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1.6 Present a professional
image through appearance,
behavior, and language.
Employability Skills
HUM-FNW-1
FOOD, NUTRITION,
AND WELLNESS
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Given: definitions and images of professionalism
and professional image
What: create and present an infog raphic or digital
poster of a comparison of professionalism vs
nonprofessional image
How Well: according to assignment checklist or
rubric
WHAT IS PROFESSIONALISM?
WHAT IS CONSIDERED
PROFESSIONAL DRESS?
Essential Questions
oFood Science : variety of settings professional
demeanor is required
oProfessionalism: classroom setting  workplace
oProfessional ≡ conforming technical or ethical
standards
≡ exhibiting honorable and
business-like approach
oProfessionals  respect human worth
 exhibit trustworthiness
 protect important moral values
o Characteristics, attitudes, and rules of appearance
apply to all.
o Appearance that inspires confidence and a positive selfimage.
o To Client: Trust = quality service
o Non-verbal messages  clothing and appearance 
client’s perception
Appearance
Impression
Dirty
Unreliable and
unprofessional
Unprofessional,
unreliable, immature,
Dangerous
Professional and
reliable
Body piercing &
tattoos
Clean and Neat
PERSONAL
APPEARANCE…PROFESSIONAL
APPEARANCE
1. Uniforms should be neat, well-fitting, clean and free from
wrinkles.
2. Clothing must be clean, neat, in good repair and allow for
freedom of body movement.
3. Name Badges / Photo Identification Tags must be worn at all
times.
4. Shoes should fit well and provide good support to prevent
fatigue.
5. Good Personal Hygiene is essential ---- close contact
with others. Excessive perfume should be avoided.
6. Nails should be kept short, clean, and natural.
7. Hair should be kept clean and neat.
8. Jewelry is usually not permitted. If jewelry is
permitted, avoid extra jewelry.
9. Excessive Makeup should be avoided.
10. Tattoos must be covered at all times.
PROFESSIONAL OR
UNPROFESSIONAL?
Which Dietician would you trust?
Which Chef or Cook would you trust?
Which Health Promotion Specialist
would you trust?
SUMMARY
1) In your own words, what is professionalism?
2) Why is it important to have a professional
appearance in your chosen field?
3) State one field that it is okay to not consider
professionalism regarding attire? Why?
Every employee must constantly strive to develop the
necessary characteristics and to present a professional
appearance.
ACTIVITY
In groups of three, create an infographic or digital
poster of a comparison of professionalism vs
nonprofessional image.
Your group will present and each person is
responsible for a talking point.
Please follow the rubric.