Ethics and the Professions
Notes
This is not a substitute for coming to class
Richard Lee
Philosophy
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Richard Lee
Autumn 2007
Features of the Professions
according to Michael Bayles
Necessary Features
A rather extensive
training
is required in order to practice.
The training involves a significant
intellectual
component.
The trained ability provides an important
service
in society.
Common Features
Usually there is a process of
certification
or licensing.
Usually there is an
organization
of members.
Usually the person in the job has
autonomy
in his/her work.
Richard Lee
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rlee@comp.uark.edu
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