The purpose of this assignment is to demonstrate application of the principles and/or theories involved in budgeting and support of staff performance excellence. 
Course Outcomes:
This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcome(s):

CO #4: Utilize a systematic framework of theory and experiential knowledge for decision-making and problem solving within the various communities. (PO 2)

Directions: Utilizing a budget planning process and learning needs assessment approach create a strategic plan for the next year to meet the learning needs of your team. How will you defend the budget needs for education?
Guidelines: 
• This is a technical paper written in a professional format.
• Paper is 2-3 pages, excluding title and references.
• APA required, including title and reference pages.

Scenario for Learning Exercise #3 
One of your goals as a manager is to support excellence in staff performance. You currently have a staff of 25 RNs, 20 LPNs, and 25 UAPs. Describe your unit and patient population. How will you determine the needs of this population and the skills and knowledge needs of your staff? Your budget has never included more than enough to provide for the mandatory annual trainings. Provide a cost-benefit analysis for your CFO to demonstrate that additional money is needed for staff development.