Are you a professional? Will you be more of a professional at the end of your studies? In this session we discuss different ideas of what makes for a professional and professional practice, and link this to your studies at The Open University. We will discuss the notions of values, ethics and competencies and how these impact on professionalism as a student and at the workplace.  

Our conversations will also explore attributes and approaches that are highly valued by employers in the health, social care and education sectors, and which can be developed throughout your studies and within your practice. These include valuing and listening to others, acting ethically always, adhering to high professional standards, and adopting person-centred approaches in caring and supporting clients and patients.