This book presents essential background necessary for understanding the role of theory in psychotherapy practice, and shows how understanding psychotherapy theory is the first step to becoming an effective therapist. The author provides a thorough but concise overview of the history of psychotherapy, the evolution of psychotherapy theories, and…

"Vocationalism in Further and Higher Education" presents a collection of research-based papers on the 'English model' of vocationalism and higher education. It argues that negative societal and political perceptions have hindered the debate about the significance and relevance of vocational education and training provision to learning,…

A review of the state requirements for engineering education reveals that the laws vary a great deal from state to state. Many laws contain special peculiarities that reflect various opinions about what constitutes the appropriate credentials for registration and reflect differing views concerning the methods as well as the importance of…

This handbook was developed for persons preparing to take the Georgia Teacher Certification Test (TCT) in administration and supervision. The subareas of the test are: (1) overview of leadership in education; (2) organizational and legal structures in education; (3) management of school operations; (4) personnel management; (5) instructional…

This handbook offers step-by-step advice to teachers of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and English as a Second Language (ESL) for job searchers entering the job market and finding and accepting a job in the field. The goal is to find a job that matches the searcher's interests, skills, goals, and preparation with those of the employer. Topics…

These two booklets, one for juvenile counselor candidates and one for test administrators, provide information about the examination developed as part of the evaluation procedures for juvenile counselor candidates in the Standards and Training for Corrections program in California. The candidate information booklet (1) provides background…

This handbook presents information on the minimum requirements for teacher certification in the state of Illinois. Requirements are listed for: (1) certification by transcript evaluation; (2) application procedures for individuals with foreign credentials; (3) qualification of teachers--utilization of certificates; (4) waiver of additional student…

This chapter of "Principles of School Business Management" presents an overview of risk management for school districts. The chapter first discusses four fundamental elements of risk management: (1) identifying and measuring risks; (2) reducing or eliminating risks; (3) transferring unassumable risks; and (4) assuming remaining risks.…

Provides an overview of types of correctional institutions. Suggests that secondary school teachers inform students about corrections careers and the nature of the work and conditions. Compares juvenile and adult facilities, men's and women's prisons, and federal and state institutions. Describes credentials required to work in corrections. (SG)

This pamphlet identifies and discusses the five major sources that provide information about candidates applying for teaching positions. These sources are: (1) academic credentials and certification; (2) letters of recommendation; (3) the application; (4) the resume; and (5) the interview. Suggestions are given for providing appropriate…

This reference handbook is designed to provide students, clients, counselors, and other interested persons with information about the occupations that require licensing and certification in the state of Oklahoma. Information is presented on 103 occupations. Each licensed and certified listing includes a brief job description, licensing…

This chapter of "Principles of School Business Management" reviews the historical development of the school business management process and the role, responsibilities, and training of the administrators assigned to carry out the process. The origins of school management in colonial America and the subsequent growth and increasing…

The effectiveness of a two-day workshop on job-searching skills and interview techniques for students graduating from a college of liberal arts was evaluated. The training program was designed and implemented at the University of Lowell with a pilot group of liberal arts graduates in spring 1983. Students learned to prepare a professional resume,…

This publication provides information about jobs performed in business and industry by persons with disabilities. The first section suggests ways to use the guide. Section 2 lists 70 job descriptions, each of which includes information on the following: the type of job, disability of the person performing the job, company information, job…

Presents an effective, but simple, format for students to use when preparing a resume that will result in a job interview. Discusses in particular the header, job objective, education, experience, activities, personal data, references, and appearance. (SRT)