Question

Which of the following are the attributes of a profession?

1. The work requires sophisticated skills, use of judgment and exercise of discretion

2. Membership in the profession does not require extensive formal education as well as practical training

3. There are set standards for admission to the profession and conduct for members

4. Significant public good results from practice of the profession

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1. 1, 2 and 3 only
2. 1, 2 and 4 only
3. 1, 3 and 4 only
4. 2, 3 and 4 only

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : 1, 3 and 4 only

Attributes of Profession:

Attributes of a profession include:

• Work that requires sophisticated skills, the use of judgment, and the exercise of discretion. Also, the work is not routine and is not capable of being mechanized.
• Membership in the profession requires extensive formal education, not simply practical training, or apprenticeship.
• The public allows special societies or organizations that are controlled by members of the profession to set standards for admission to the profession, to set standards of conduct for members, and to enforce these standards.
• Significant public good results from the practice of the profession.

 

Note:

• In a profession, judgment refers to making significant decisions based on formal training and
• experience. In general, the decisions will have serious impacts on people’s lives and will often have important implications regarding the spending of large amounts of money.
• Discretion can have two different meanings. The first definition involves being discrete in the performance of one’s duties by keeping information about customers, clients, and patients confidential. This confidentiality is essential for engendering a trusting relationship and is a hallmark of professions.
• The other definition of discretion involves the ability to make decisions autonomously. Many people are allowed to use their discretion in making choices while performing their jobs.