What is the difference between a regulated and a non-regulated profession/occupation?
Some occupations are regulated, while others are not. Whether you are planning to emigrate permanently, to go abroad temporarily or to return to your home country to start working after completing studies abroad, it is imperative that you enquire about the status of your chosen occupation, how to proceed to have your qualifications evaluated, and what additional steps you may need to take before you are authorised to practise. There are essentially two ways to regulate occupations: the use of specific titles is controlled (for instance, the title Certified Translator), but one can practise without other restrictions, or the practice of the profession is restricted (for instance, medical doctor, or engineer): it is legally forbidden to practise the profession unless specific requirements are met. Additionally, even if an occupation is not formally regulated, there may still be restrictions to employment, in that employers may impose specific requirements, like membership in a profession
