Assessment methods enhance our ability to know more about our strengths and weaknesses. We can assess how well we understand our specialisation of work, get an insight into our true comprehension and can help to identify gaps in our knowledge.

Encouraging professionals to examine their own learning and levels of understanding can also be an important ‘wake-up call’, identifying areas that require improvement. This approach promotes a shift towards self-learning in which professionals can define their own goals and take the steps required to meet them. Reflecting on the things adapt new knowledge in the light of previous experience can lead to a great change in our thinking. This can open up new levels of understanding and eliminate misconceptions we may be having.