Professional ethics

articles within the journals are written in expectation that other occupational therapists (OTs), physical therapists (PTs), occupational and physical therapy students, and other health care professionals will read them. Since authors of these articles have written them under the assumption that professionals in fields related to the occupational and physical therapy professions will read their articles, the authors conduct studies to determine if there is a significant…

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…

Being professional in the school setting is just as important as being professional in one's personal life. What one does in their own time is a direct reflection of who that person really is. By being a member of the United States Army, I have learned to live a respectful and professional lifestyle. Being a good influence to others in terms of personal wellness has always been a passion of mine. I will reflect on my learning experiences, learning process, as well as discuss my personal plan of…

All registered health professionals in Australia are, under the National Law, required to undertake Continuing Professional Development (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, 2015). Continuing Professional Development or CPD is the way through which professionals preserve, enhance, and expand their knowledge and skills that are required of them throughout their professional career (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, 2015). These learning activities would help ensure that a…

Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) developed a white paper on the profession of arms to highlights the necessity for a professional force in a time of persistent conflict (Profession of Arms, 2010). Today’s Army is a unique profession comprised of professional Soldiers whose dedication to the profession and the nation guarantee the success of the mission. The Army as a Professional Force According to the Profession of Arms (2010), a profession is an occupation characterized by highly…

Although it’s sad we judge people, appearance is one of the biggest factors in deciding immediately whether you like or dislike someone. Next, an individual’s demeanor and how one carries themselves is another trait that is often overlooked. In a professional setting, there needs to…

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…

Readers will be able to take a website that is clean and professional, organized, and credible much more seriously compared to other sources.…

interview with person who I did not know prior in order to simulate a scenario I may encounter with a client in the future as a health professional. In the ten minutes I was given, I directed a sustained interview supported by effective listening, questioning and responding skills to initiate an understanding of the interviewee’s profile and to establish a professional rapport with the interviewee. Prior to the interview I realised I was experiencing anxiety and apprehensive as I feared my…

definition of a specialist is a helper that is characterized by certification from professional groups, licenses by governing bodies, and degrees form educational institutions (Woodside & McClam, 2015). Kierstie has both a degree from an educational institution and is licensed in professional counseling which matches two of the three different categories that define a specialist. There are three areas of professional responsibility and each of those has their own roles which is what I will…