The attempt to develop roles based on educational preparation failed due to the evident lack of differentiation between two- and four-year programs; results indicate a need for more relevance and on-the-job training in nursing education. (SP)

Medical faculty tend to influence their students to a great degree in choice of medical specialization. (HS)

An Oregon Board of Education specialist in health occupations reports on short-term teacher education programs since 1965. (JK)

Medical technology education in Canada has made great strides in the last decade, author Delaat argues, but there is still a long way to go. He examines coordination at national and regional levels, says the latter leaves much to be desired probably because of poor teaching facilities, then comes out strongly in support of college-operated …

Discusses short term education institutes in terms of evaluation, including the procedure, findings, conclusions, summary and implications of an institute on Teaching Competencies Needed by Educational Personnel in Post-Secondary Health Occupations Program. (GR)

The major problem areas to be addressed in inservice programs for vocational health occupations teachers in Nebraska were identified. A comparison was made of the problems identified by teachers grouped by degree levels and the areas of the state where specific programs should be offered were determined. (Author/CT)

Reports on a study of the perceived goal emphases and time spent on the academic, administrative, and leadership functions by male and female allied health chairpersons. Makes recommendations about curricular modifications and professional development activities needed to encourage women to accept leadership positions in allied health. (JOW)