Customized Programs

Customized programs at BLS

In addition to scheduled seminars, the Bureau of Labor Statistics may arrange customized programs upon request on any topic related to labor statistics for individual participants or small groups. For example, customized programs have been conducted on occupational safety and health statistics, managing statistical programs, and sampling methodology. Such programs may range in duration from a few days to a month or longer. The content of each program is individually designed to meet the needs of the participant(s), and may include attendance at selected seminar sessions, consultations with subject matter specialists, or participation in or design of research projects to provide practical experience in the subject area. Customized programs may include field trips to other U.S. cities.

Customized programs also may be arranged for the periods before or after a scheduled seminar for participants enrolled in the seminar program. The cost of each program depends upon program duration, the amount of domestic travel required, and any additional administrative costs incurred.

Overseas seminars

The Bureau of Labor Statistics may hold overseas seminars on selected topics in labor statistics for participants from a particular country or region. Most overseas seminars are from 1 to 2 weeks in duration.

The cost of overseas seminars depends upon the number of instructors required, the duration of the seminar, travel and per diem costs, and cost of simultaneous interpretation and translation of materials (if needed). Where a number of participants from one country or region need training in the same subject area, an overseas seminar may be cost-effective. Because of the lead-time that is required to plan an overseas seminar, requests for such programs should be submitted to the Bureau of Labor Statistics at least 6 months in advance of the desired starting date.

Consultations

BLS also makes available technical experts to serve as consultants. The cost of these services includes the expert's salary and benefits for the duration of the consultation, airfare, lodging, meals, and other expenses, as well as an administrative fee. Requests for technical experts should include a clear statement of the purpose of the consultation.

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Last modified: February 22, 2007