The Continuing Education Institute (CEI) established a seven-member training collaborative to upgrade the literacy and English language skills of nursing assistants, dietary aides, and housekeeping workers employed in a chronic and acute care hospital and in five Massachusetts nursing homes. Three adult basic education (ABE) classes, five English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) classes, and one adult degree class met at the Shattuck Hospital during a 15-month period, while other classes were held at other sites. CEI worksite training programs were characterized by a strong link between course content and the trainee's job functions. Counseling and child care arrangements also were made for the employees. Employee participants benefited by becoming more skilled in their jobs, preparing for training for advancement, and becoming more comfortable socially. Employers benefited by using the training as a recruitment tool and by increasing attendance and productivity of class participants. The program was regarded as a success by participants and employers. (This report includes course descriptions and descriptions of the programs as implemented at each site. An external program evaluation is appended.) (KC)