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The major attribute that makes me a worthy candidate for the scholarship award is my commitment to pursue my profession as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). A dream that initiated when I was young and has led me to my graduate program. I believe in the saying, “Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort” as told by the former president of the US, Franklin D. Roosevelt. I find happiness in assisting and motivating people who need my help. This has been my…

According to the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct Section 53 – Article II: The Public Interest, “Those who rely on certified public accountants expect them to discharge their responsibilities with integrity, objectivity, due professional care, and a genuine interest in serving the public” (CP pg. 7). Young & Brobeck, LLP did not uphold these principles and did not comply with GAAP thus, resulting in a breach of their duty of care (CP pg. 2). The auditor's unqualified opinion included an…

A True Professional What does it mean to be a professional? Some people say it simply means showing up to work and doing your job. Others might say being a professional requires a certain swagger about yourself, a demeanor that’s confident and ready to take on any challenge that is thrown your way without you sacrificing your composure. To be a professional air traffic controller means all these things and more. Part of developing this professionalism as an air traffic controller is learning the…

The Importance and Role of Appropriate Professionalism in the Job Search Process According to smallbusiness.chron.com, professionalism is “the strict adherence to courtesy, honesty and responsibility when dealing with individuals or other companies in the business environment; it includes a high level of excellence of going above and beyond basic requirements”. Professionalism is extremely valued in the workplace, and it entails many characteristics or attributes. From having a professional…

“The Buddy System” 1. a) In the story “The Buddy System”, a boy named Dennis is a bystander of another boy, Buddy, getting bullied. The “buddy system” is a procedure in which two people, the "buddies", operate together as a single unit, so that they are able to monitor and help each other. b) The “buddy system” as referenced in the story, is best used between two friends, or acquaintances, to protect each other in certain situations. For example, if one friend is being bullied, it is the…

1. Describe what professionalism means to you. A: To me, professionalism means a few different important aspects, appearance, attitude, ethic and accountability/reliability. Working at Jaguar Land Rover Seattle is the perfect example. Our appearance was vital as it helps show the company. Jaguar/Land Rover is a very high-end car company so remaining well dressed, tight and clean cut meant a lot. The proper attitude to have is being driven and show that you’re knowledgeable in the field while…

A simple plumbing repair is just the minimum you should expect from your local plumbing contractor. Some plumbers cultivate deep and lasting relationships with their clients, learning the nuances of a house as if it were their own. For instance, Pompeii's Plumbing & Heating of Avon, OH has been providing outstanding plumbing services to the greater Cleveland area for an incredible 75 years. A top company like Pompeii's Plumbing & Heating offers heating and air conditioning fixes along with the…

Professional Development prepare teachers to best teach content and equip them with knowledge and skills that will allow them to do so. In addition to this, professional development focuses on how people learn and should give teachers an opportunity to reflect ad interact with the learning community. Professional development must be part of the process of quality improvement in education. Technology is essential as a tool in teaching and learning. The author of this essay did not see any…

One, Two, Three, Professional Me. The Early Childhood Education and Care profession has seen considerable change in recent years, this change has required Educators to critically reflect on themselves as professionals and what it means to be professional. ECEC is paramount in the development of young children, professionals have been under pressure to develop practices and core beliefs that will effectively enable educators to provide high quality care and education services to all children and…

In this essay, it will interpret the article by Linda Darling-Hammond in contrast to the four-step education research evaluation process that is outlined in our course textbook. This essay will consist of identifying the research question of the article, confirming that the research design matches the research question, examining how the study was and selecting the dual explanations for the study (Lauer, 2006). The study of this article includes conducted Participants and Selection, Definition,…