for "accreditation assures conformity to general expectations of the profession." Different professions are organized differently. For example, doctors desire autonomy over entrepreneurship. Professions want authority because of their expertise. Professionals are encouraged to have a lifetime commitment to their field of work.

Eliot Freidson (1923-2005) is considered one of the founders of the sociology of professions

History

Very few professions existed before the 19th century,

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