Sociology 2169 Chapter Notes - Chapter 14: Escalator, Sex Segregation, Glass Ceiling
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Sociology work and industry chapter fourteen professional work. Professional applied to a limited amount of jobs distinguished by their social prestige, privileges, knowledge, and skill. 2001 14% of canadians worked in these jobs. Government passed a legislation: legislation was believed to recognize their unique skills and knowledge and grant them prestige. A profession a particular form of occupation, distinguished by its organizations (the formation of professional societies that work in the occupation"s interest), social status, and educational/knowledge requirements. Existence of professional associations, advanced training and education, an esoteric knowledge base, a service orientation, and a code of ethics. Describe occupations that are regarded as professional. Doctors, engineers, and lawyers have their own organizations: require many years of education and training, possess theoretical and practical knowledge. Groups are guided by commitment to serving others, and all practitioners must follow a code of ethics.
