professionalization
/prəˈfɛʃənəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
noun
- The process of making an activity or job into a profession with recognized standards, training, and qualifications.
- Many fields, like teaching and social work, have undergone professionalization to improve quality.
- The company invested in the professionalization of its IT department by requiring certifications.
- The professionalization of nursing in the 20th century led to better patient care.
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