professional association

British  

noun

1. a body of persons engaged in the same profession, formed usually to control entry into the profession, maintain standards, and represent the profession in discussions with other bodies

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Example Sentences

"Rik was a dear, dear friend - we had our very first professional associations together, which resulted in a spectacular success with The Young Ones," he told BBC Hereford and Worcester.

From BBC

However, Trebach was released from the federal detention center in Los Angeles on Saturday night without criminal charges, according to National Nurses United, a union and professional association of registered nurses.

From Los Angeles Times

A spokesperson said the academy, which is part of the Star Academies trust, was "working closely with professional associations to provide clarity and reassurance around its virtual teacher programme".

From BBC

The Guild of Food Writers is the professional association of food writers and broadcasters in the UK; its members include authors, broadcasters, columnists, content creators, and journalists.

From BBC

But professional associations have cast doubt on this claim, pointing out that businesses who do most of their work in the public sector are not eligible.

From BBC