Ch 5: Competence

Question 1

How does the APS define competence?

Answer 1

psychologists bring and maintain appropriate skills and learning to their areas of professional practise; psychologists communicate honestly in the context of their professional work

Question 2

How is competence maintained?

Answer 2

seeking professional supervision or consultation as required; continually monitoring professional functioning

Question 3

What are the appropriate measures to address problems that may impair competent practise?

Answer 3

1. obtain advice about limiting/suspending/terminating practise
2. taking action in accordance with legislation/jurisdiction in which they practise (APS)
3. refrain from practising

Question 4

According to APAC, what are the 8 core competencies to become registered?

Answer 4

1. knowledge of dicipline
2. ethical, legal, professional matters
3. psych assessment/measurement
4. intervention strategies
5. research and evaluation
6. communication/interpersonal r/ships
7. working cross cultural context
8. practise across lifespan

Question 5

What are the benefits of continued professional

Answer 5

to improve maintanence and improvment of quality services; enhances competence and improves credibility

Question 6

What are the main components of continued professional development?

Answer 6

communication, responsibility, accountability, time management, self care, self understanding/reflection, awareness of personal identity, development of professional identity, and critical thinking and analysis

Question 7

How is incompetence defined?

Answer 7

lack of ability; usually identified if/when someone complains

Question 8

How does one avoid incompetence?

Answer 8

consult with others, remain up to date with current standards of practise, ethical rules