Describes a program at Colorado State University where the professional staff at the counseling center has attempted to systematize the selection, training and evaluation of volunteer help. The program is unique in that volunteers upgrade their skills in return for service. (HMV)

The author has worked in public schools, colleges, communities, and New Careers programs. Though enthusiastic, she also notes that paraprofessional programs don't always work. The article presents an analysis of what still needs to be done. (Author/PC)

The authors present modes used to train both paraprofessionals and graduate students for a wide range of tasks within the helping process. With emphasis on the mastery of the behavior of systems entry, their training program combines the components of careful trainee selection, competence building, and trainer preparation. (LA)

The first paper, written by a paraprofessional, discusses the unclarity of the role of paraprofessionals and proceeds to elaborate on the different things which the paraprofessionals do in their work at a university counseling center. The second suggests that, where paraprofessionals are involved, the bulk of supervision should be directed at…