Most school districts employ student support or "pupil services professionals," such as school psychologists, counselors, and social workers. These personnel perform services connected with mental health and psychosocial problems. The format usually is a combination of centrally based and school-based services. Amelioration of the full continuum of student problems requires a comprehensive and integrated programmatic approach. Such an approach may require one or more mental health, physical health, and social services. This training tutorial is designed with self-directed opportunities for more in-depth learning about the variety of student and family assistance programs that address barriers to learning. It is divided into three sessions on why and how schools provide student and family assistance; understanding when specialized assistance is needed; and when the school should refer students and families to community resources. The tutorial is organized topically, with readings and related activities for preparation, active learning, and follow-up. (GCP)