A project was established to design and implement appropriate workshops for self-help groups of British mid-career engineers who wanted to attain chartered status. During the preparatory period, interviews identified the experiential learning difficulties and needs of prospective participants. Pilot workshops also identified the experiential learning needs of individuals and then met those needs. The aim of the workshops was to meet defined and emerging needs of the participants by organizing activities that depended on the participation and motivation of and preparation by participants. Although full self-help seemed unlikely to be achieved or successful, a self-help component allowed experience to be shared and individual needs to be met. Problems with learner motivation, self-management, and confidence were considerable and required frequent attention. The role of the provider varied with the need most often being for a facilitator and counselor rather than a teacher. Participants in the workshops often worked in pairs. Identified learners' needs included career guidance and information, routes to qualification, specific instruction, communication skills, requirements, motivation and discipline in preparation, and confidence. Formative and summative evaluations were conducted. The majority of participants were very positive about the assistance they received. (YLB)