In a recent editorial of the Journal of Professional Development, we ask: What is Professional Development? (Palmer & O’Riordan, 2024).
As editors we have previously described it as 'the process of gaining knowledge and skills in one’s area of work. Professional bodies usually have an expectation that their members will engage in continuing professional development (CPD) over the course of their careers. CPD can involve attending relevant conferences, workshops, masterclassess, and courses. It also includes self-directed learning such as reading journal articles and books, and writing articles for trade magazines and academic journals. Professional bodies often expect their members to maintain CPD logbooks which are sometimes audited by the organisation' (JOPD, 2023). See: Article Editorial: What is Professional Development? An Invitation
How would you describe or define Professional Development?
If you cite previously published work, please provide the reference and/or URL. Thank you.
Editorial Citation: Palmer, S., & O’Riordan, S. (2024). Editorial: What is Professional Development? An Invitation. Journal of Professional Development, 2, 1, 1-3. https://jpd.iafpd.info/volumes/volume-2-2024/editorial-journal-of-professional-development
Professional development refers to the process of improving and advancing skills and knowledge in a particular profession or career. It often involves continuing education, training workshops, and other professional growth opportunities to enhance one's abilities and performance in the workplace.
Professional development refers to the process of acquiring new skills, knowledge, and expertise to enhance one's professional capabilities. This can involve a variety of activities, such as
1.Training Programs
2.Certifications
3.Conferences and Networking Events
4.Reading and Research
5.Self-Reflection and Evaluation etc.
The goal of professional development is to remain competitive in the job market, improve job performance, and achieve career advancement.
Además de la capacitación continua en el área de desempeño, el desarrollo profesional actual demanda de competencias innovadoras de desempeño en el área laboral. La capacitación debe ejercer cambios conductuales y actitudinales en función de lo que se aprende, puesto que, el aprendizaje debe generar transformación.
In simple words, professional development includes everything which can polish your skills t do your job in excellent ways.
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