As one of the technical reports resulting from a study of postsecondary alternatives in California, this report proposes that the state give serious consideration to the provision of a variety of noninstructional services to adults in the state, based only on people's interests and needs. These services include: diagnostic counseling; educational and career counseling; assessing competencies; including pricr learning; certification; planning for growth; organizing and recording learning in a meaningful way; gathering, storing, and providing information; referral; advocacy; and self-evaluation. The principles involved, the model, and the costs and details of implementation are discussed. (MSE)