SOCB54H3 Lecture 11: Lecture 11
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Have achieved some characteristics of a profession but not all of them. Teachers, librarians, social workers, pharmacists, nurses tend to be female dominated: because women seem to be subordinate to men in many workforce environments. The case of elementary school teachers: most of the credentials of elementary school teacchers are at the same level as most adults. Have similar problems: ex: paramedics, paralegals they are clients of the major professions their work duties are determined and delegated by doctors and lawyers. In many ways they have a fair degree of responsibility but not much authority. Have to defer to the physicians at the hospital. High demand for qualified babysitters - charge a high rate. 1 essay - worth 20 marks based on 3 questions: Woman and work: one of the things happening in the legal profession, revolving door syndrome. More women coming, many of those entering were also leaving quickly due to some of the negative experiences they were.
