Training and retraining courses for executives and specialists of the regions, that are far from big educational centres are a serious problem and it can(t be completely solved through using traditional forms and methods of education. The problem can be solved by introducing a new technology of distant education. But to make the decision of introducing the technology, it(s necessary to survey the needs for retraining in particular professions and specialities.

The results of educational services market research in south - western part of the Altai Region let come to a conclusion that the introduction of distant technologies is a necessity. Structurally and methodologically the organization may be arranged as a Region Distant Training Centre.