Professional Competence and Ethics Quiz
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Which of the following best defines competence?

  • The governing principles of a particular business
  • The skills and characteristics that enable you to solve problems
  • The technical and ethical standards of a profession
  • The ability to perform a job at a targeted level of proficiency (correct)
  • What is the purpose of a Code of Ethics in a profession?

  • To guide employees in solving problems and making decisions
  • To describe a company's mission and core values
  • To define the technical and ethical standards of a profession
  • To explain what a company considers to be right and wrong (correct)
  • What are the two elements of a profession?

  • Competence and Code of Ethics (correct)
  • Skills and values
  • Code of Ethics and values
  • Competence and skills
  • What does it mean to be competent?

    <p>To possess the required skills and characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Codes of Ethics serve as?

    <p>Guiding principles that describe a company's mission and core values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the elements of a profession?

    <p>Professional Development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of accreditation in a profession?

    <p>To ensure graduates start their professional lives with competence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which government authority administers licensing in the Philippines?

    <p>Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of professional development in a profession?

    <p>To provide ongoing professional education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about initial professional education?

    <p>It is only the beginning of a professional's learning journey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Competence and Professionalism

    • Competence refers to having the necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform a job or profession effectively.
    • A Code of Ethics in a profession serves as a guide for professionals to make decisions that are morally and ethically sound.

    Elements of a Profession

    • The two elements of a profession are a systematic body of knowledge and a service orientation.
    • A systematic body of knowledge refers to the specialized knowledge and skills required to perform a profession.
    • Service orientation means that the profession is focused on providing a service to others.

    Ethics and Accreditation

    • Codes of Ethics serve as a way to establish trust between professionals and the public.
    • Accreditation in a profession serves to ensure that the educational institution or program meets certain standards.

    Licensing and Regulation

    • In the Philippines, the government authority that administers licensing is the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).
    • The purpose of professional development in a profession is to maintain and enhance the skills and knowledge of professionals.

    Initial Professional Education

    • Initial professional education is the educational foundation that prepares individuals to enter a profession.
    • It is true that initial professional education provides the foundation for future professional development.

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    Test your knowledge on professional competence and ethics with this quiz. Explore the essential skills and characteristics required to excel in a profession, as well as the importance of adhering to a code of ethics. Challenge yourself and see if you have what it takes to be a true professional.

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