Counselors, All Other

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Interests: Counselors, All Other

85		Social	People with Social interests like work activities that assist others and promote learning and personal development. They prefer to communicate more than to work with objects, machines, or data. They like to teach, to give advice, to help, or otherwise be of service to people.
58		Investigative	People with Investigative interests like work activities that have to do with ideas and thinking more than with physical activity. They like to search for facts and figure out problems mentally rather than to persuade or lead people.
51		Artistic	People with Artistic interests like work activities that deal with the artistic side of things, such as forms, designs, and patterns. They like self-expression in their work. They prefer settings where work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
43		Enterprising	People with Enterprising interests like work activities that have to do with starting up and carrying out projects, especially business ventures. They like persuading and leading people and making decisions. They like taking risks for profit. These people prefer action rather than thought.
29		Conventional	People with Conventional interests like work activities that follow set procedures and routines. They prefer working with data and detail rather than with ideas. They prefer work in which there are precise standards rather than work in which you have to judge things by yourself. These people like working where the lines of authority are clear.
4		Realistic	People with Realistic interests like work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They enjoy dealing with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. They enjoy outside work. Often people with Realistic interests do not like occupations that mainly involve doing paperwork or working closely with others.

Styles: Counselors, All Other

86		Integrity	Job requires being honest and ethical.
81		Stress Tolerance	Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
80		Analytical Thinking	Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
80		Dependability	Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
79		Initiative	Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
79		Social Orientation	Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
78		Self Control	Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
78		Concern for Others	Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
77		Achievement/Effort	Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
77		Adaptability/Flexibility	Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
77		Independence	Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
74		Leadership	Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
74		Persistence	Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
73		Attention to Detail	Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
68		Cooperation	Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
67		Innovation	Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.

Values: Counselors, All Other

80		Relationships	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
76		Achievement	Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
69		Working Conditions	Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
69		Independence	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
64		Recognition	Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
40		Support	Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Knowledge: Counselors, All Other

73		Psychology	Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
58		Education and Training	Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
58		English Language	Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
52		Customer and Personal Service	Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
52		Personnel and Human Resources	Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
45		Sociology and Anthropology	Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
43		Administration and Management	Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
41		Therapy and Counseling	Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
36		Mathematics	Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
35		Clerical	Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
33		Communications and Media	Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
33		Computers and Electronics	Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
32		Law and Government	Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
26		Philosophy and Theology	Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
24		Sales and Marketing	Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
17		Public Safety and Security	Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
14		Economics and Accounting	Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
12		Transportation	Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
11		Telecommunications	Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
9		Production and Processing	Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
9		Geography	Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
9		Foreign Language	Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
9		History and Archeology	Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
8		Medicine and Dentistry	Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
6		Biology	Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
5		Chemistry	Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal m
5		Mechanical	Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
5		Food Production	Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
5		Design	Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
4		Engineering and Technology	Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
4		Building and Construction	Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
4		Physics	Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
4		Fine Arts	Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.

Skills: Counselors, All Other

71		Speaking	Talking to others to convey information effectively.
71		Critical Thinking	Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
70		Active Listening	Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
62		Writing	Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
61		Reading Comprehension	Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
57		Time Management	Managing one's own time and the time of others.
57		Social Perceptiveness	Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
56		Coordination	Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
56		Monitoring	Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
54		Learning Strategies	Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
52		Complex Problem Solving	Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
51		Service Orientation	Actively looking for ways to help people.
50		Judgment and Decision Making	Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
49		Instructing	Teaching others how to do something.
48		Persuasion	Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
46		Active Learning	Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
35		Systems Evaluation	Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
35		Negotiation	Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
34		Science	Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
34		Management of Personnel Resources	Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
30		Mathematics	Using mathematics to solve problems.
25		Quality Control Analysis	Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
23		Systems Analysis	Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
22		Management of Financial Resources	Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
21		Equipment Selection	Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
17		Operations Analysis	Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
15		Troubleshooting	Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
13		Management of Material Resources	Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
11		Programming	Writing computer programs for various purposes.
9		Technology Design	Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
5		Installation	Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
5		Operation and Control	Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
5		Equipment Maintenance	Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
4		Operation Monitoring	Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
4		Repairing	Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.