Criteria of a profession

Criteria of a profession

1. Criteria of a profession By Princess P. Modjadji

2. Learning objectives Define criteria of a profession Describe

3. A profession must meet international criteria, and the health care professions are just based on these criteria.

4. Criterion One A profession is characterized by an extensive, specialized theory- content with well-developed technical skills which are based on such a theory. Criterion Two A profession is characterized by the utilization of the theory of physical science, as well as other disciplines related to the practice thereof.

5. Criterion Three A profession is characterized by specialized preparation over a long period at a recognized educational institution. Criterion Four A profession is characterized by the testing of professional competence prior to admission to the ranks of the profession.

6. Criterion Five A profession is characterized by some or other type of registration and license to practice. Criterion Six A profession is characterized by self –organization, which leads to the establishment of a professional association and a self-governing body to exercise control over professional standards.

7. Criterion Seven A profession is characterized by ethical control of professional conduct by the members of such a profession. Criterion Eight A profession is characterized by a service motive based on the needs of the client who requires professional assistance, regardless of his ability to pay for services, because the well-being of the client is the primary consideration.

8. Criterion Nine A profession is characterized by a high degree of accountability for professional acts towards the public , the client , the employer and other members of the profession Criterion Ten A profession is characterized by a feeling of exclusiveness.

9. Criterion Eleven A profession is characterized by an acknowledged status in terms of legislation. Criterion Twelve A profession is characterized by high status and considerable power in society.

10. Criterion Thirteen A profession is characterized by the performance of activities which are based on an understanding of what these activities involve, so that the consequences of acts of omissions can be predicted.

11. Criterion Fourteen A profession is characterized by sustained critical analysis of activities, which leads to a change in practice on the basis of such analysis, with the results that a profession is always subjected to change and development and is never static.