A survey of allied health professionals responsible for adult handicapped clients showed that a majority did not participate in sexual rehabilitation tasks. Most held favorable attitudes toward the tasks, but felt their professional preparation was inadequate. (SK)

Describes the application of teleconferencing and videotape in a regional inter-university series of training programs for students studying developmental disabilities. Five references are cited. (FM)

Describes an innovative approach to the training of professionals in the field of alcoholism, utilizing both the principles of humanistic education and simulation techniques. (Author)

Four courses of action toward a proactive stance in in-service education are recommended: develop a conceptual framework that relates preservice and in-service education; recognize the role of higher education; provide linkages; and develop a funding and reward system. (JMF)

A survey designed to identify financial aid administration strengths and weaknesses specific to New York is summarized. Survey questions focused on the work environment and the training needs of the state's financial aid community. Results cover profile of respondents, training needs, salaries, job-related characteristics, conferences attended,…

Appraises the success of Washington State University from l944-65 in the matter of training Black sociologists. Concludes that the university was able to produce so many Black sociologists because of the efforts of Tolbert H. Kennedy--administrator and professor. (DB)

Offers data in support of providing business administration students with dictation training. (RL)

In developing training models in mental health and aging, it is necessary to synthesize existing expertise in areas such as life span development, clinical psychology, and community psychology in order to create a conceptual foundation and a set of intervention approaches for these training programs. (Author/WI)

Discusses surveys of the job market for educational media personnel and offers a forecast for future opportunities. Some suggestions for actions to help solve current problems are provided. (RAO)

Counselors concerned with older persons seem to require initial professional development rather than renewal, i.e., enhancement of both knowledge and attitudes. Programs and courses presently available are indicated and future prospects proposed, toward improvement of professional development in counseling older persons. (Author)

Health education, particularly at the undergraduate level, is in the stage of professional development for experimentation and raising such issues as: accrediting/approving mechanisms, identification of knowledge and skills, practical field experience, and self-study guides for direction of preparation. (JD)

Interchange of ideas and views on health and recreational programs between people from different countries and cultures would promote better international understanding. (JD)

The development of organizational and industrial psychology as a profession is discussed within political, economic, and social contexts. The need for a more integrated approach to problems, increased communication between professionals, and clearer definitions of individual roles and expectations is discussed. (RW)

There is an upsurge in national interest in aging and in the aged. As far as biomedical and social-behavioral research is concerned, the increasing interest of scientists, the government, and the public appears to be an enduring trend. (Author)

The psychological personnel shortage presents special problems to minority groups in this country. The minorities usually are the last to receive any services. Because of the present shortage, there are few trained minority psychologists to attend problems of their people. Presented at the 1975 APGA Convention in New York. (Author)