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In this episode of 'Where it's AT', co-hosted by Paul Laycock MCIAT, CIAT's Vice President of Education and CIAT’s Head of Education, Noora Kokkarinen, discusses the recent updates to the Professional Standards Competency Framework (PSCF). The conversation highlights the enhanced focus on fire safety, health, ethical conduct, and continuous professional development. Paul explains the implications for both current and prospective Chartered Architectural Technologists, outlining the new standards in education, practice, and professional conduct. The discussion also underscores the broader impact on the Architectural Technology profession and the construction industry.

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00:00 Introduction

00:36 Overview of the Professional Standards Competency Framework (PSCF)

01:06 Detailed Changes in the PSCF

04:07 Stages of the PSCF Process

09:28 Impact of PSCF on the Profession and Industry

12:55 Additional Resources and Final Thoughts

14:07 Conclusion and Farewell

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Key Takeaways

The Professional Standards Competency Framework (PSCF) update is transformative for the field of Architectural Technology, addressing future demands around sustainability, technical innovation, and ethical considerations.

The updated PSCF places significant emphasis on fire safety, health, safety, materials, building performance, ethics, behaviour, professional conduct, and continuous professional development (CPD), ensuring that Architectural Technologists are well-prepared for the industry's evolving standards.

The PSCF enhances clarity and confidence for industry stakeholders, assuring clients and collaborators of professionals' competence in delivering high standards throughout their careers, while also promoting the value of Architectural Technologists in all project stages.

The PSCF document referred to in this episode of Where it’s AT can be found here: MCIAT Professional Assessment.

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Podcast recorded and edited by: Jon Clayton [Podcasting]

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