2nd November 2013, 06:18 AM
Tool Wrote:...What I do have a problem with is the concept that a) having a qualification which is mostly theory based (and sometimes dubious theory at that) necessarily equates to knowing what is what in the practical world of field archaeology and b) that being registered with some body/institution or whatever is a guarantee of competence, honesty or integrity. It isn't, because the institution itself may be out of touch with reality or working to flawed principles, and it ain't difficult to fool the system if you are so inclined.
I wasn't actually suggesting that you need an academic qualification (although in the real world I think it is worth considering), but merely that your professional development is registered in some way. BAJRs Skills passport being one way of doing it, if the scheme can gain the approval of employers as a testament of your skills....IfA CPD log is another way especially amongst employers who are registered organisations. It doesn't happen yet, but don't discount the possibility further down the line (especially when they gain Chartered status) that CPD will mean something when it comes to getting a job. And to a greater or lesser degree, both academic and practical skills will mean something in that assessment...
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