- Demonstrate the theoretical knowledge expected from an early-career GISP
- Acquire, edit, query, analyze and visualize spatial data in the context of larger projects, at the level of an early-career GISP
- Analyze a spatial question or problem, formalize hypotheses or solutions, then design and implement a workflow, at the level of an early-career GISP
- Communicate their work effectively, through writing, speaking and producing effective visual representations of geographical information and analysis results
- Articulate their personal strengths and skills as early-career GISPs as well as areas they wish to grow in, and identify resources available to them for self-development
- Demonstrate behavioral dispositions expected from GIS professionals