Among youth workers who experience moments of not-knowing what to do, many often describe their thoughts and reactions to the phenomenon in vocational and existential terms. They ask what right they have to work in the helping professions if they find themselves simply unable to be helpful. In many cases, the vocational crises following…

The dynamic nature and multiple interpretations of professionalism make any analysis of it as a static, homogenous concept somewhat difficult. Much of the existing body of literature, which explores professionalism from a traditional sociological perspective, is now being challenged by developing concepts of professionalism that support particular…

Professions are occupational arrangements for dealing with human problems. Professional "people work" requires a certain interactive closeness; face-to-face communication is prominent in professional-client relations. This also seems the case in the educational system. But in education, organization provides the "raison d'etre" of this profession.…

This study, inspired by the efforts of NASW to improve the public perception and understanding of social work, focused on the perceptions and attitudes of college students regarding the profession of social work. The sample included 678 undergraduates at a state university who represented a wide variety of majors. Findings indicate that students'…

This report is the first effort to stake out the territory to be included in research on the profession of educational media and technology (em/t), and explore the existing knowledge base within that territory. It comprises a set of questions, the answers to which cast a light on who is in the profession, where it is going, and what useful…

Examines the variables that influence the future demand for librarians, including the effect of changing population growth patterns and retirement rates. (Author/PF)

The Commission for Business and Economic Education states its policies on what business education as a profession should encompass and on standards for a business education teacher as a professional. (BP)

The professional helping person faces multiple dilemmas today that challenge his own value system. Article presented some of the particular problems and pitfalls confronted by the professional helper. (Author/RK)

This document is a reference guide to the laws, rules, and regulations of the State Education Department that govern the profession of psychology in the state of New York. The requirements and procedures for obtaining licensure and first registration as a psychologist are also highlighted. General regulations for the licensed professions as well…

The women's movement in design is described, with an emphasis on the analysis of constraints placed upon women in the profession. (DT)

Criticisms of the design professions in terms of the power structure, the nature of work, time and scheduling, and education are analyzed. (DT)

An architectural-engineering firm has sponsored a seminar on professional careers for black students, started a speakers bureau and a work study program, and participated in curriculum critiques at colleges. (Author/MLF)