Introduction

(Wikipedia) - Professional development refers to skills and knowledge attained for both personal development and career advancement. It encompasses all types of facilitated learning opportunities, ranging from college degrees to formal coursework, conferences and informal learning opportunities situated in practice.

Getting Started

Here are a few places to start learning about professional development, and how to get started:

Definitions:
• Initial Professional Development (Wikipedia)
• Professional Development (Wikipedia)
• Continuing Professional Development (Wikipedia)

Continuing Education:
• Texas Tech - Certified User Experience Professional (CUEP)
• Human Factors International - Certified Usability Program
• University of Washington - User-Centered Design Certification
• Macadamian University - Usability Certification Program

Active Projects and Activities

The following are projects and activities we're currently pursuing for both 2009 and 2010:

Mentoring:
• Basics of Mentoring
• Sign up for the UPA Mentorship Program

Body of Knowledge (BoK) Project:
• About the BoK
• Current BoK Website

Usability Certification:
• Overview of Program (2001-2002)