Career professionals are aware of the boundaries of their profession and competency and acts accordingly.

The career professional has knowledge and understanding of

• the boundaries of their profession, professionalism, and competency
• possible situations and factors in which the boundaries of one's profession and one's competency might be reached
• the importance of one's own working ability and well-being

The career professional is able to

• act in accordance with ethical principles in their work
• maintain a professional interaction between career professional and client
• describe their expertise and its boundaries to the client
• operate within the boundaries of their profession and competency (see also sections B3.2 Reflecting and setting goals and C3.1 Multiprofessional networking)
• consult representatives of other professional groups when the client's situation so requires
• refer the client to the services provided by another professional group if necessary
• document the procedures and decisions agreed with the client
• clearly state in communication when they’re acting in their capacity as a professional and when as a private person
• take care of their well-being and ability to work