progresses, additional studies are cited, with results of surveys. Data was collected from APA-approved counseling psychology programs (49 directors) and a large sample of graduate students (292 students). These references do appear to offer substantiated information. Accounts regarding percentages of minority psychologists, also appear to be valid. Thus a basis of the need for this study is well established.
The survey instrument was developed, based on previous surveys and telephone interviews. Three dimensions were found to be relevant to training: knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Information sought regarding training components included: presence of minority faculty and students, existence of a minority affairs committee, field-work with diverse populations, elective and required ethnic minority course work, research projects on human diversity, and presentation of colloquia or workshops with a focus on minority issues. Attitude items included 8 statements about diversity, for example, its importanc
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