5th July 2006, 04:33 PM
I think you are all getting this Chartered status out of proportion and are begining to think that being a Chartered Archaeologist will be the end of all the industry problems , low pay and poor conditions. Take a look at other industries and see what being a Chartered member of a profession has done for its employees. Anyone who can do the work can work as a profesional engineer in this country. Being a Chartered Engineer is a status to stive for and many graduates complete their training, CPD and experience and become Chartered. Chartered status looks good on their CVs and may give them the edge in getting an interview but that is about it ! Many employers recognise Chartered status but generally it does not lead to improved pay. What is more important is the individuals ability to do the job and their core competancies.
Magpie......Archaeologist...Chartered Engineer and Member of the Institute of Engineering and Technology
Magpie......Archaeologist...Chartered Engineer and Member of the Institute of Engineering and Technology