A profession is a field of work that has been successfully professionalized. It can be defined as a disciplined group of individuals, professionals, who adhere to ethical standards and who hold themselves out as, and are accepted by the public as possessing special knowledge and skills in a widely recognised body of learning derived from research, education and training at a high level, and who are prepared to apply this knowledge and exercise these skills in the interest of others.
A 19th century etching of a farmer consulting with his doctor, vicar and lawyer
Work or labour is the intentional activity people perform to support the needs and wants of themselves, others, or a wider community. In the context of economics, work can be viewed as the human activity that contributes towards the goods and services within an economy.
A blacksmith working
A World War II aircraft worker, Vega Aircraft Corporation, Burbank, California, 1942.
Piano tuner is an example of an unusual profession.
Bal maidens with traditional tools and protective clothing spalling ore, 1858