This publication identifies and discusses considerations in facilitating the installation of competency-based education (CBE) programs and for maintaining effective program operation. Where appropriate there is also discussion of the possible effectiveness of various strategies as used by change agents at different stages of implementation and in operationally varied CBE contexts. Major sections of the paper focus in turn on CBE implementation strategy considerations for schools and districts, implementation considerations for federal, state, and local agencies, and potential problems of CBE implementation. A bibliography of relevant publications is also included. (Author/JG)