Hey Gorth, I learned from a friend who speaks from experience that when changing professions, any advances made in trades can be carried over, as long as the profession you're switching to offers the trade you wish to retain.
e.g. once I master woodworking I can switch from woodsman to armsman, taking my GM woodworking skill with me (and taking full advantage of my current ability to harvest wood).
Just thought I'd let you know; I wasn't sure if our last conversation regarding profession changes was totally clear. At any rate I can't wait to GM woodworking so I can switch to armsman and start training APPRENTICE PROSPECTING! Woo!
