Managing uncertainty in professional practice

Abstract

This practice guide provides an overview of what uncertainty and uncertainty tolerance are and their significance to professional practice. It also outlines the individual, practice and organisational factors that can contribute to uncertainty and describes evidence-based strategies for how practitioners can manage practice uncertainties.

This resource includes a reflective practice activity that may be used in professional supervision (one-on-one or peer group setting) to help practitioners reflect on practice situations that contribute to uncertainty and identify ways to adaptively manage and respond to uncertainty in their practice roles.

Reference

MacDonald, J.B., Quinlan, E., Truong, M., & Lazarus, M. (2024). Managing uncertainty in professional practice (Practice guide). Melbourne: Child Family Community Australia, Australian Institute of Family Studies.