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David, Debra; Ehrenpreis, Tobi – 1979
Expanding mental health services for the elderly are increasing the demand for trained paraprofessionals. Skills are identified which are needed by paraprofessionals providing psycho-social support services in a variety of gerontological settings in order to clarify appropriate paraprofessional functions and develop a model for competency-based…
Descriptors: Competence, Employment Qualifications, Gerontology, Job Skills
Peer reviewedScogin, Forrest; Rickard, Henry C. – Teaching of Psychology, 1987
A volunteer experience in abnormal psychology is described. The program has been operating for 18 years, and student reactions have been quite positive. The program augments the traditional course offerings and provides reciprocal service for the University of Alabama and mental health facilities. Guidelines for implementing a volunteer program…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Higher Education, Mental Health Programs, Psychopathology
