Administrative issues in privately and publicly funded programs are contrasted across six areas: funding, philosophy and services, population served, parent involvement, staffing practices, and standards and governance. Key differences between these types of programs center around funding stability and administrative flexibility. A service system featuring a continuum of services and active interagency coordination is advocated to overcome potential administrative drawbacks associated with both privately and publicly funded programs.
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