A Danish Training Programme for Personnel of Hospitals for Mentally Subnormal
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to our own Diploma Courses, but the constant worry and frustration of financial limitations is absent, as the scheme is sponsored by the State. Problems of accommodation exist in Denmark as well as in England, and there are no purpose-built college premises or hostels for these particular students. The "High School for Personnel of the Mental Retardation Service" is located in rented premises, originally designed as a small factory, and sited in an industrial area. Extending over three floors, this modern building provides numerous classrooms for groups of 20 students, a commonroom, canteen, large workshop and a craft room, as well as staff rooms and offices. All rooms are pleasantly decorated, and fully equipped for teaching
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دوره 23 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 1964