Study to assess the appropriateness of training being provided under JTPA, identify features of the JTPA system that may constrain the provision of services, and identify methods to overcome these constraints

Publications:

Improving the Quality of Training Under JTPA: Final Report (Executive Summary) (Jan, 1990)
This study examined the extent to which training economically disadvantaged workers for better jobs at higher pay is possible within the JTPA system. Findings were used to provide legislative and policy recommendations for ETA.

Improving the Quality of Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) Training: Summary of Findings (Dec, 1989)
Examined the extent to which training economically disadvantaged workers for better jobs at higher pay is possible within the JTPA system. Conceptualizes factors that influence the quality of training. Findings were used to provide legislative and policy recommendations for the US DOL Employment and Training Administration, as well as recommendations for improving practices at the state and local levels.

Improving the Quality of Training Under JPTA: Final Report (Dec, 1989)
Conducted for the U.S. Department Labor, Employment Training Administration, this study examined the extent to which training economically disadvantaged workers for better jobs at higher pay is possible within the JTPA system.