For what it is worth, how about this as a definition of a professional?
1. Someone who has a professional qualification.
2. Someone who is a member of a professional association.
3. Someone who is committed to maintaining their professional expertise,
through continuing professional development.
4. Someone who is committed to providing a high standard of service.
If you think about it, 3 and 4 are not really possible without 2, because
the professional association, through publications, newsletters, courses,
seminars and conferences, is the CPD provider.
Regards
David Kenvyn,
Assistant Manager, Community Libraries
East Dunbartonshire Council
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