Results of several human resources studies and surveys of the information profession are compiled in order to characterize functions performed by information professionals. Study results are presented in tables and discussed as a foundation for developing a profile of professionals in information science. (SW)

Discusses the emergence of information resources management (IRM) as a focus for managing information activities, particularly those related to federal administration. The IRM office and its manager are described within the context of an organization. Impact of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1980 on IRM is discussed. (SW)

Eight criteria for judging professional status are reviewed and related to teachers. Concludes that teachers are schoolroom craftspeople. (LRA)

Reports the findings of a survey of over 1000 organizations reporting salary rates of engineers. The data are analyzed by industry group, supervisory level and educational level. (CS)

Studied romantic perceptions of 44 single black men and 91 single black women in professional occupations. Males and females indicated similar levels of overall satisfaction, but females reported perceiving less equity and wielding more power in their relationships than did males. Females also reported their existing relationships to be less ideal…

The Reflective Professional instrument, which assists in exploring and assessing professional practice, was adapted for and tested with 35 New Zealand architects. Results showed professionals don't necessarily reflect and may not be able to present a holistic view of practice; what and how they learn should inform continuing professional education…

Human resource development (HRD) is an evolving system, a confluence of disciplines with its own professional identity. Understanding HRD as an evolving system enables professional practice and theory development to emerge within the context of existing taxonomies. (SK)

Without a solid theory and research base, human resource development will never become a valid field of study and a profession. The rise in academic programs with graduates trained in research may improve the situation. (SK)

Survey responses from 170 of 300 engineers working in Singapore revealed that significant variance in career satisfaction, job satisfaction, and turnover intentions was accounted for by professional plateau, the point at which individuals find their jobs unchallenging with few opportunities for professional development. (Contains 33 references.)…

Although improving teachers' salaries, status, and work conditions is essential, the traditional professional model is an ineffective, inappropriate basis for accomplishing these goals. Rather than relying on an undemocratic concept connoting privilege, special status, and the superiority of mental labor, teachers should seek less elitist bases of…

Examines professional status of student affairs and offers recommendations to enhance status. Notes that Council for Advancement of Standards (CAS) Standards and Guidelines for Student Services/Development Programs is step toward student affairs becoming a profession. Concludes that, if student affairs does not determine its destiny, others in…

Shows how certain aspects of notions about profession, professionalization, and professional education have proved useful in structuring the Study of the Education of Educators (SEE) research project. Highlights the preoccupation with professional status, commenting on 15 additional features shared by education and other professions. Includes 25…

The right to create and reject new forms of knowledge and challenge received wisdom is becoming the privilege of a shrinking professional elite. Glib adoption of liberal rhetoric can disguise antihumanist objectives, wherein empowerment could merely mean choosing competencies defined by others and personal development means becoming economically…

Compulsory continuing professional education (CPE) is inappropriate because (1) it reproduces conformity and dependency-producing practices; (2) a professional is essentially self-directed and autonomous; and (3) CPE will not reform "unprofessional" professionals who lack lifelong learning attitudes. (SK)

Asserts that national accreditation of counselor education has taken on new meaning and that counseling has recognized accrediting body within higher education community. Recounts Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) precursors, founders' aspirations, and prospects for influencing the…