Human Resources

Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level. Educational Requirements for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education The typical entry level education for this occupation is a bachelor’s degree. Those with a master’s degree have a competitive advantage in the labor market. Knowledge Examples of […]

Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. […]

Appraise real property and estimate its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed schedules. Educational Requirements for Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate The typical entry level education for this occupation is a postsecondary training (non-degree). Knowledge Examples of the knowledge needed for success in this occupation is listed below, in order of […]

Maintain order and protect life and property by enforcing local, tribal, State, or Federal laws and ordinances. Perform a combination of the following duties: patrol a specific area; direct traffic; issue traffic summonses; investigate accidents; apprehend and arrest suspects, or serve legal processes of courts. Educational Requirements for Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers The typical […]

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action. Educational Requirements for Paralegals and Legal Assistants The typical entry level education for this occupation is a associate’s degree. Those with a bachelor’s degree have a competitive […]

Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster assistance. Educational Requirements for Firefighters The typical entry level education for this occupation is a postsecondary training (non-degree). Those with a […]