Definition of "profession" and "occupation" in Wikipedia: "A profession is an area of activity in which a person specializes and engages in it for a living., When a profession requires extensive professional training…. Occupation is a person's activity for a living, Even one that does not require professional training ".
And what does "professional training" mean that differentiates between a profession and an occupation?
Vocational training includes top studies for acquiring a profession, Done in a wide variety of schools (such as universities, Colleges, Schools for practical engineers, Vocational training institutions), And also by way of apprenticeships - joining an experienced professional and learning the profession from him while working.
Engaging in certain professions is required, In addition to adequate professional training, Also a license to engage in them, And sometimes an internship period is also required as a condition of obtaining the license.
Therefore: in light of the fact that as of today in Israel, a real estate broker is not required to have professional training as defined above, And is not required for apprenticeship or internship as a condition of obtaining a brokerage license, Real estate brokerage in Israel is considered (as of today) an occupation, And not a profession.