To Be Considered a Profession, Five Distinct Characteristics Must Be

Multiple Choice

To be considered a profession, five distinct characteristics must be present. Which of the following is not one of the characteristics?

A) In-depth knowledge that may not necessarily require specialized training
B) A national or international organization that oversees its standards, competencies, and credentialing
C) A prescribed and formalized code of ethical conduct
D) Sanctioned and legal recognition at the national and state level
E) A clear identity of its practitioners as members of the profession