23 Questions
What does membership in a profession signal to the market?
High-quality service beyond academic credentials
What does a profession's curriculum equip future professionals with?
Competence, technical skills, knowledge, and ethics
What do professions possess as a part of their expert knowledge?
A repository of knowledge developed by experienced practitioners
What do most professional bodies make a condition of membership?
A specific amount of new learning each year
What does entry into a profession not guarantee?
Maintenance of competency and professional standards
What is typically a condition of membership specified by professional bodies?
A time commitment for new learning
What does a profession's body of expert knowledge help members with?
Working effectively and ethically
What do professions encourage and facilitate?
Continuing education
What is a key requirement for professionals throughout their working life?
Changes in knowledge and technical skills
What is the basis of the knowledge in professions?
Best practice
What is a repository of knowledge developed by experienced and skilled practitioners?
A body of expert knowledge
What is the importance of continuing professional development?
It increases the value of human capital and contributes to economic growth and social mobility
How are professional conduct and accountability maintained in a profession?
Through self-regulation by professional bodies and imposition of sanctions on members
What is the typical mission of not-for-profit professional bodies?
Emphasizing excellence, integrity, and public service
What does continuing membership in a professional body indicate?
Sustained competence in practical skills and ongoing compliance with an ethical code of conduct
Why do professionals volunteer within their profession?
To mentor and inspire others, advance the profession, and engage with peers to develop expertise and ethics
What is the role of oversight bodies in monitoring professional responsibility?
To monitor individual professionals' responsibility and provide ongoing educational resources
How do professions encourage the engagement of members?
By emphasizing the importance of participation as volunteers and respecting each other
What is the responsibility of individual professionals in remaining competent?
To remain competent and update practical skills while maintaining ongoing compliance with an ethical code of conduct
Why do professionals find the experience of volunteering within the profession beneficial?
It enhances their skills and widens their contacts within the industry
What is the nature of professions' relationship with each other?
They should be respectful to each other, even when competing, and must respect the rights, dignity, and autonomy of others
What is the role of professional bodies in providing resources to individuals?
To provide individuals with ongoing educational resources and access to information about changes in standards
What is the impact of professional values developed by members?
Professionals are more likely to refer to, use, and adhere to these values
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