This course is presented from the perspective of a practitioner in the field and focuses on the day-to-day realities of developing a motivated and productive workforce in today's complex environment. The value of clinical skills is highlighted throughout the course. Course content is relevant to students interested in direct practice, supervision, and administration. The course begins by establishing the broad framework for staff development: an assessment of an organization's internal and external environment as it relates to staff development, and the relationship between organizational structure and staff development. The remainder of the course focuses on 5 critical areas to consider in developing an effective workforce: personnel administration, conflict management, team building, workforce diversity, and supervision. Students are expected to attend and participate in class discussions. The major assignment is an organizational analysis based on class discussions and reading material. Small groups are used throughout the course for discussions of case material and reflections on group process.