MOS 0111 Administrative Specialist

MOS 0111 Administrative Specialist

MOS Description

Administrative Specialist responsibilities include the management of administrative and clerical functions in the areas of general administration, personnel administration, operational administration, and manpower administration. The required qualifications include basic clerical and communication skills. Administrative Specialists are required to learn administrative procedures and processes, pay and personnel information, preparation of orders and directives, correspondence, and the use and maintenance of filing systems. There are a wide variety of billets available in this MOS ranging from duty at the staff level in the operational, garrison, joint duty assignments and the opportunity to serve on independent duty in support of the Selected Marine Corps Reserve (SMCR).

National Certifications

You selected Early Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E1-E3. To help you focus on the credentials most appropriate for early in your career, the National Certifications list below has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply.

You selected Mid-Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E4-E5. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and helps prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.

You selected Late Career-- this applies to Marines in paygrades E6-E9. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.

You chose Transitioning-- this applies to Marines who are not reenlisting and are planning their next steps. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining a credential can help prepare you for civilian employment, and can demonstrate knowledge and skills in a way civilian employers understand. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly. If you are already within that six-month timeframe, you can still choose to pursue the credential yourself or explore other funding options to pay for credentials.

As a transitioning Marine, you may also want to visit the Marine Corps' Transition Readiness Program for other guidance regarding reentering the civilian workforce.

You chose Promotion-Seeking-- this applies to Marines who plan to stay in the Corps and who are actively working on advancement. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.

You chose Veteran-- veterans are any former Service member who has been discharged from active duty military service. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

COOL does not pay for credentialing exams for veterans, but you may be able to get your credential funded through the GI Bill. Explore your funding options to see what funding may be available to you. Also, visit our page of Related Sites and expand the Resource Sites For Veterans section to see what other resources may be available to you

The following civilian credentials are related to MOS 0111 Administrative Specialist. These credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these credentials, click on the credential title below.

For more supervisory and managerial credentials, please refer to the LEADER summary page.
Compare Credential Agency Related As Attainability COOL$ GI Bill® Accreditation ID
Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) Is Not In Demand International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) mostMost mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) In DemandIs In Demand American Society for Quality (ASQ) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) In DemandIs In Demand Association of Government Accountants (AGA) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) Is Not In Demand Certification of Disability Management Specialists Commission otherOther        
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) In DemandIs In Demand Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) someSome mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Is Not In Demand Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) someSome mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Manager (CM) In DemandIs In Demand Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) mostMost mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Facility Manager (CFM) In DemandIs In Demand International Facility Management Association (IFMA) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) Is Not In Demand International Foundation for Retirement Education (InFRE) otherOther       AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Mail Manager (CMM) Is Not In Demand In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association (IPMA) otherOther        
Project Management Professional (PMP) In DemandIs In Demand Project Management Institute (PMI) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) Is Not In Demand Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) otherOther        
Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) In DemandIs In Demand National Contract Management Association (NCMA) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Medical Manager (CMM) Is Not In Demand Professional Association of Healthcare Office Management (PAHCOM) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks    
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) In DemandIs In Demand Project Management Institute (PMI) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) In DemandIs In Demand Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Program Management Professional (PgMP) In DemandIs In Demand Project Management Institute (PMI) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM) In DemandIs In Demand National Contract Management Association (NCMA) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) Is Not In Demand Association of People Supporting Employment (APSE) otherOther       AccreditationAccreditation
SHRM - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) In DemandIs In Demand Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) someSome mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks    
SHRM - Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) In DemandIs In Demand Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) otherOther        
Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) In DemandIs In Demand International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) otherOther       AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) Is Not In Demand International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) otherOther       AccreditationAccreditation
Senior Professional in Human Resources - International (SPHRi) In DemandIs In Demand Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) Is Not In Demand Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Associate (Office 365 and Office 2019) Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost   COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel Associate (Excel and Excel 2019) Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost   COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel 2016 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel 2016 Expert Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel Expert (Excel and Excel 2019) Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation someSome   COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access 2016 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Outlook 2016 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Word 2016 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Word 2016 Expert Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Word Associate (Word and Word 2019) Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost   COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Word Expert (Word and Word 2019) Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost   COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): PowerPoint Associate (PowerPoint and PowerPoint 2019) Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost   COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Outlook Associate (Outlook and Outlook 2019) Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost   COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access Expert (Access and Access 2019) Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost   COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  

State Licenses

Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor. For more supervisory and managerial occupations, please refer to the LEADER summary page.

Apprenticeship

The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) is a formal military training program that provides active duty and Full Time Support (FTS) Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Service members the opportunity to improve their job skills and to complete their civilian apprenticeship requirements while they are on active duty. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides the nationally recognized "Certificate of Completion" upon program completion.

USMAP enhances your job skills and shows your motivation for more challenging military assignments. Having a DOL Certificate of Completion is an advantage in getting better civilian jobs since employers know the value of apprenticeships.

The following USMAP apprenticeship trades are related to MOS 0111 Administrative Specialist:

Completing an apprenticeship is a process with four major steps. Proceed to Step 1 on the USMAP website to select an apprenticeship trade that is related to your military occupation.

Related Civilian Occupations

The following civilian occupations are similar to the duties performed by MOS 0111 Administrative Specialist. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below. For more supervisory and managerial positions, please refer to the LEADER summary page. To search for related civilian job opportunities, go to the Veteran’s Employment Center.

Civilian Job Duties Matched Bright Outlook Registered Apprenticeship Local Salary Info
Administrative Services Managers someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
Correspondence Clerks mostMost     find local salaryfind local salary
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants mostMost     find local salaryfind local salary
File Clerks mostMost     find local salaryfind local salary
First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping mostMost   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Human Resources Specialists mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Office Clerks, General mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Word Processors and Typists mostMost   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary

Related Federal Occupations

The following federal occupations are similar to MOS 0111 Administrative Specialist. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below.

Other Career Considerations

A wide range of civilian job opportunities is available within the private and public sectors that align with MOS 0111 Administrative Specialist military training and experience. More information about these opportunities and other considerations concerning occupations related to MOS MOS 0111 Administrative Specialist can be found below.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

1802: CBP Technician 

Overview: This job series covers positions responsible for technical and clerical duties requiring the application of specialized knowledge of procedures, techniques, regulations, and office automation systems. The work serves to ensure adherence to provisions of the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) laws and regulations and requires extensive but less than full specialist or officer training and capability.

Duties at CBP: Work within this job series requires a CBP Technician you will become professional performing technical duties requiring application
of specialized knowledge of procedures, techniques, regulations, and formation. Typical work assignments include:

  • Preparing complex broker/import cases for decision by a specialist, and reviewing declarations and cargo manifests for completeness and compliance with applicable regulations;
  • Examining cargo and merchandise; applying appropriate tariff number, valve, and rate of duty and tax to merchandise; comparing passenger baggage to declarations;
  • Coordinating and processing of data (permits, entries, declarations) into various automated systems;
  • Assisting and providing support to CBP Officers and Agricultural Specialists on inspections, intelligence, analysis and examination of passengers, baggage and conveyances and cargo;
  • Operating scanning equipment to review contents of packages; screening incoming parcels for completeness of declarations, admissibility, entry status, and contraband.

Locations: Various

Continuing Education

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP), Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) credential is recommended for mid-career level administrative professionals. CAPs should have basic knowledge of office technology, records administration, and management, and know how to apply the principles of human relations and communications. Candidates must meet a combination of experience and education requirements and pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI), Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification is designed for the HR professional who focuses on program implementation, has a tactical/logistical orientation, is accountable to another HR professional within the organization and has responsibilities that focus on the HR department rather than the whole organization. PHRs demonstrate knowledge in Business Management, Talent Planning and Acquisition, Total Rewards, Employee and Labor Relations, and Learning and Development. Candidates must meet experience and/or education requirements and pass a written examination.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification is designed for big-picture thinkers responsible for planning rather than implementing HR policy. SPHR candidates possess mastery of the strategic and policy-making aspects of HR management as practiced in the U.S., such as accountability for HR department goals, breadth and depth of knowledge in all HR disciplines, and understanding business issues beyond the HR function. Candidates must meet a combination of experience and education requirements and pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM), Certified Manager (CM) is a general management certification that validates a professional's ability to manage and lead with a level of competency. While it is appropriate for supervisors, managers, and leaders at all levels, in any industry, it is not necessary to hold a management title to earn the certification and can be used by employers to make advancement decisions. Candidates must meet a combination of education and experience requirements. Candidates must pass the following three certification exams: Management Essentials, Planning and Organizing, and Leading and Controlling.

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Renewal Period: 2 years

The Professional Association of Healthcare Office Management (PAHCOM), Certified Medical Manager (CMM) certification validates knowledge of the Nine Domains of Medical Practice Administration and recognizes the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to manage physician practices and ambulatory service centers in increasingly complex environments. CMMs work as critical links between providers, patients, staff and payers. Candidates must meet academic and experience requirements. Candidates must pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Project Management Institute (PMI), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) is an entry-level certification for project practitioners and project team members who wish to demonstrate the knowledge of project management. Designed for those with less project experience, the CAPM demonstrates an understanding of the fundamental knowledge, terminology and processes of effective project management such as initiation, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, closing, and professional and social responsibility. Candidates must meet educational requirements. Candidates must pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification is designed for Human Resources (HR) practitioners who are engaged primarily in an operational role implementing policies, serving as the HR point of contact for staff and stakeholders, and/or performing day-to-day HR functions. Candidates must meet education and experience requirements and pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI), Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) is an entry-level HR credential. Candidates should have foundational knowledge of HR operations, recruitment and selection, benefits and compensation, human resource development and retention, employee relations, and health, safety and security. Candidates must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Candidates must take a written examination.
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Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. Key technologies include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, SharePoint and OneNote. Candidates must pass one certification exam. There are no experience requirements for this certification but Microsoft Learning recommends that a candidate have hands-on experience with the product prior to testing.
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Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel 2016 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Excel. To earn the Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Excel 2016 certification, candidates must pass one, performance-based exam. While there are no experience requirements for this certification, candidates should understand the purpose and common usage of program functionality in order to successfully complete the tasks in each of the projects in the exam.
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Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel 2016 Expert credential is targeted towards individuals who wish to demonstrate advanced skills in key Microsoft Office programs. To earn the Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Excel 2016 Expert certification, candidates must pass one, performance-based exam. While there are no experience or pre-requisite requirements for this certification, candidates should understand the purpose and common usage of the program functionality in order to demonstrate proficiency with the advanced features of Excel 2016.
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Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access 2016 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. To earn the Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Access 2016 certification, candidates must pass one, performance-based exam. While there are no experience requirements for this certification, candidates should understand the purpose and common usage of program functionality in order to successfully complete the tasks in each of the projects in the exam.
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Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Outlook 2016 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. To earn the Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Outlook 2016 certification, candidates must pass one, performance-based exam. While there are no experience requirements for this certification, candidates should understand the purpose and common usage of program functionality in order to successfully complete the tasks in each of the projects in the exam.
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Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. To earn the Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 certification, candidates must pass one, performance-based exam. While there are no experience requirements for this certification, candidates should understand the purpose and common usage of program functionality in order to successfully complete the tasks in each of the projects in the exam.
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Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Word 2016 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. To earn the Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Word 2016 certification, candidates must pass one, performance-based exam. While there are no experience requirements for this certification, candidates should understand the purpose and common usage of program functionality in order to successfully complete the tasks in each of the projects in the exam.
Click here to go to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Word 2016 Expert COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Word 2016 Expert credential is targeted towards individuals who wish to demonstrate advanced skills in key Microsoft Office programs. To earn the Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Word 2016 Expert certification, candidates must pass one, performance-based exam. While there are no experience or pre-requisite requirements for this certification, candidates should understand the purpose and common usage of the program functionality in order to demonstrate proficiency with the advanced features of Word 2016 for document and content management and for advanced formatting.
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COOL Bucks

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In Demand

This certification is considered in demand. The U.S. Department of Labor sponsored CareerOneStop's analysis indicates the certification is frequently mentioned in online job postings.

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GI Bill®

Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill.

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Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

High

Highly attainable: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement = HS or less and/or minimum experience = 2 years or less experience and no additional requirements.

Medium

Moderate ease of attainment: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement = Associate's and/or prerequisite and/or minimum experience = more than 2 years and less than 10 years of experience.

Low

May be difficult to attain: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement is a Bachelor's degree, and/or minimum experience is 10 or more years.

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job

Registered Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship program is registered with the U.S. Department of Labor. Go to the Apprenticeship Finder and enter career path or location to find apprenticeship opportunities.

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