Professional Worker

A Professional Worker is a skilled worker with specialized knowledge and qualifications, often requiring advanced education or training, to perform tasks in a specific profession.

• Context:
  • They can (typically) receive Specialized Education and Specialized Training to gain the necessary skills and knowledge.
  • They can (often) belong to a Professional Association that sets standards and provides resources for the profession.
  • They can (often) adhere to a Professional Code of Ethics to ensure ethical practices within their profession.
  • They can (often) perform tasks that require critical thinking, problem-solving, and advanced technical knowledge.
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  • They can range from being a Practising Professional to being an Academic Professional.
  • They can range from being a Doer Practitioner to being a Subject-Matter Expert to being a Manager.
  • They can range from being an Expert Professional Worker to being a Technical Professional Worker.
  • They can range form being an On-Site Professional Worker to being a Remote Professional Worker.
  • They can range form being an Human Professional Worker to being an AI Professional Worker.
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  • They can be recognized by certifications or credentials, such as a Professional License, Chartered Status, or Diploma.
  • They can be required to maintain continuous professional development (CPD) to stay updated on industry practices and innovations.
  • They can uphold ethical responsibilities towards clients, society, and the environment through adherence to Professional Codes of Conduct.
  • They can consult, advise clients, or provide expert opinions on specialized topics within their fields.
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• Example(s):
  • Creative Professional Workers, such as Graphic Designers, Filmmakers, and Musicians, who apply specialized skills to creative projects.
  • Sector-based Professional Workers, such as healthcare workers, legal-sector professionals, and education professionals, who operate in industry-specific roles.
  • Expert Workers, such as Consultants, who provide expert guidance based on specialized knowledge.
  • Data Professionals, such as Data Scientists, Statisticians, and Mathematicians, who analyze and interpret complex data.
  • Engineering Professionals, such as Mechanical Engineers, Software Engineers, Machine Learning Practitioners, and Cybersecurity Practitioners, who apply technical knowledge to solve engineering problems.
  • Legal Professionals, such as Lawyers or Paralegals, who represent clients in legal matters.
  • Accounting Professionalss, such as Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), who manage financial records, ensure compliance and provide insights for business decision-making.
  • Medical Professionals, such as Doctors, Nurses, or Pharmacists, who provide healthcare services to patients.
  • Justice Professionals, such as Judges or Probation Officers, who work within the justice system to uphold laws and regulations.
  • Education Professionals, such as Teachers, Professors, and School Administrators, who guide learning and manage educational institutions.
  • Finance Professionals, such as Accountants, Financial Analysts, or Auditors, who manage financial records and advise on financial matters.
  • Remote AI Professional Worker.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • Unskilled Workers, who perform tasks that do not require specialized training or education.
  • General Laborers, who typically engage in manual labor or basic tasks rather than knowledge-based work.
  • Volunteers, who may work without formal qualifications or compensation in non-professional roles.
  • Student Workers, who are still acquiring the necessary qualifications to enter a profession.
• See: Practitioner, Professional Ethics, Moral Obligation, Professional Certificate, Expert, Occupation, Practice, Worker, Subject Matter Expert, Expert Worker.

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References

2015

• (Wikipedia, 2015) ⇒ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Professional Retrieved:2015-2-25.
  • A professional is a member of a profession. The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform the role of that profession. In addition, most professionals are subject to strict codes of conduct enshrining rigorous ethical and moral obligations. Professional standards of practice and ethics for a particular field are typically agreed upon and maintained through widely recognized professional associations. Some definitions of "professional" limit this term to those professions that serve some important aspect of public interest and the general good of society.

    In some cultures, the term is used as shorthand to describe a particular social stratum of well-educated workers who enjoy considerable work autonomy and who are commonly engaged in creative and intellectually challenging work.

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