The article examines the peculiarities of the application of individual and group training forms and methods of working with probation subjects in the process of implementing probation programs. At the same time, attention is focused on ways of increasing motivation and activation of cognitive activity of training participants, methods of establishing working socio-psychological communication, mechanisms of providing feedback.

The purpose of the article is to reveal the peculiarities and methodological foundations of the organization and conduct of training classes as the main didactic technology for the implementation of probation programs.

The methodology is based on modern provisions of the methodology of formation of new professional skills of probation bodies personnel.

Conclusions. According to the results of the research, we can note that training, as an interactive form of group work, ensures quite effective interaction of participants not only with each other, but also with the surrounding world, which undoubtedly contributes to the achievement of success in various fields of activity, communication, contributes to the formation of a person’s confidence in his knowledge, actions, behavior, contributes to the creation of rational and harmonious relations with the environment, i.e. ensures confidence in oneself and in one’s professional training.

Key words: probation program, subjects of probation, individual training, group training, training exercises, training groups, rules of behavior in the group.

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