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Effectiveness of a Low-Cost Curriculum Among Entry-Level Psychiatric Rehabilitation Workers

OBJECTIVE: The Annapolis Coalition on the Behavioral Workforce recommended the creation of a portable, low-cost, and effective curriculum to train entry-level psychiatric staff. This study evaluated the effectiveness of a portable, state-financed orientation course on psychiatric rehabilitation for entry-level workers throughout Pennsylvania. METHODS: The standardized course was offered to 367 staff between September 2005 and April 2006. The trainees' pre- and postcourse scores were compared on an empirically validated measure of psychiatric rehabilitation principles and practices. The trainees' scores were also compared with the scores of a national sample of members of the United States Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association, which served as a benchmark. RESULTS: A significant and robust (d=.99) training effect was observed when the trainees' pre-post course scores were compared. The trainees' mean postcourse scores significantly exceeded those of the benchmark sample. CONCLUSIONS: A continuing education format can provide portable, low-cost, and effective basic education in psychiatric rehabilitation to entry-level workers.

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