Profession
Profession
Profession (/prəˈfɛʃən/) is a term that refers to a paid occupation, especially one that involves prolonged training and a formal qualification. The term is derived from the Latin word 'professio', which means 'public declaration'.
A profession is often distinguished from other types of jobs by its requirement for extensive education and training, its creation of a specific knowledge base, and its adherence to a particular code of conduct or ethics. Professions are typically regulated by professional bodies that may set examinations of competence, act as a licensing authority for practitioners, and enforce adherence to an ethical code of practice.
Related Terms
- Occupation: An occupation is a person's regular work or profession; job or principal activity.
- Career: A career is an individual's metaphorical "journey" through learning, work and other aspects of life.
- Vocation: A vocation is a person's employment or main occupation, especially regarded as particularly worthy and requiring great dedication.
- Trade: A trade is a skilled job, typically one requiring manual skills and special training.
- Job: A job is a paid position of regular employment.
- Work: Work is a physical or mental activity such as a job or duty that a person uses to earn money.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Profession
- Wikipedia's article - Profession
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