Engineers make decisions that have significant consequences for humans - in safety, in technology and in creating a sustainable future. You need to balance priorities, stakeholder needs and ethical considerations. Making decisions and managing the consequences affects your practice, your team, your organisation and your project.
This micro-credential proves your ability to deal with ethical issues to the same level as Engineers Australia’s Chartered status (element 1). It demonstrates your ability to apply ethical principles in an engineering context, including:
The pathway to gaining the Ethical Practice micro-credential depends on your existing skills, knowledge and experience. Choose to be recognised for capabilities you already have, or build your capabilities first through learning and application.
Read about our options below to find the pathway that suits you.
Learning pathwayIf you need to build your knowledge, skills or capabilities, the learning pathway is for you. Completed 100% online, it includes:
The Learning pathway begins with the Ethical Practice Learning Component.
This includes four hours of self-paced learning and a live online workshop. The self-paced learning must be completed before attending the workshop.
Build the skills you need to practice independently, apply for more senior roles and prepare for Chartered status through the Emerging Engineers Leadership Program.
Advisory pathwayIf you have existing skills, knowledge and experience in practice, but would like input on preparing your assessment submission, the advisory pathway is for you. Completed 100% online, it includes:
If you are an experienced practitioner and are seeking recognition of your skills, knowledge and capabilities, the assessment pathway is for you. Completed 100% online, it includes: