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Unit of Analysis:
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SALES
The programs in this cluster train for the related occupations, but do not function as exclusive ports of entry. People also prepare for these occupations through other training programs and related work experience.
411011 First-line supervisors/managers of retail sales workers, 411012 First-line supervisors/managers of non-retail sales workers The educational backgrounds of sales worker supervisors vary widely. Supervisors who have postsecondary education often hold associate or bachelor’s ...
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19.0906
Fashion and Fabric Consultant
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Fashion and Fabric Consultant. A program that prepares individuals to assist in apparel and fashion selection, style coordination, customer sales and consulting, fabric selection, clothing specifications, and contract buying activities. Includes instruction in supplying regular clothing needs or acting as a consultant for special events such as weddings. (Moved from 20.0306)
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52.1801
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
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Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General. A program that focuses on the general process and techniques of direct wholesale and retail buying and selling operations and introduces individuals to related careers. Includes instruction in the principles of entrepreneurial economics, basic sales skills, the distribution channels for goods and services, and supervised practical application experiences. (Moved from 08.0708 and 08.0709)
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52.1803
Retailing and Retail Operations
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Retailing and Retail Operations. A program that prepares individuals to perform operations associated with retail sales in a variety of settings. Includes instruction in over-the-counter and other direct sales operations in business settings, basic bookkeeping principles, customer service, team/staff leadership and supervision, floor management, and applicable technical skills. (Moved from 08.0705)
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52.1804
Selling Skills and Sales Operations
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Selling Skills and Sales Operations. A program that prepares individuals to possess the skills associated with direct promotion of products and services to potential customers and to function as independent sales representatives and managers. Includes instruction in consumer psychology, image projection, public speaking and interpersonal communications, sales organization and operations, customer relations, professional standards and ethics, and applicable technical skills. (Moved from 08.0706)
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52.1899
General Merchandising, Sales, & Related Marketing Operations, Other
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General Merchandising, Sales, and Related Marketing Operations, Other. Any instructional program in merchandising, sales, and related marketing operations not listed above.
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52.1901
Auctioneering
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Auctioneering. A program that prepares individuals for professional careers as auctioneers and auction managers, and for meeting applicable state licensing requirements. Includes instruction in bid calling, public speaking, ringworking, auction techniques, salesmanship skills, auction clerking and cashiering, auction advertising, working independently or with auction houses, contracts and agency, applicable sales law, and managing both general auctions and auctions specializing in commodities such as antiques, consignments, farm equipment, industrial equipment, real estate, livestock, and automobiles. (Moved from 08.0701)
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52.1902
Fashion Merchandising
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Fashion Merchandising. A program that prepares individualsto promote product lines/brands, and organize promotional campaigns, at the wholesale level to attract retailer interest, wholesale purchasing, and supply contracts. Includes instruction in wholesaling, wholesale advertising, selling, and customer relations. (Moved from 08.0102)
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52.1904
Apparel and Accessories Marketing Operations
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Apparel and Accessories Marketing Operations. A program that prepares individuals to perform operations connected with the distribution and sale of apparel and accessories. Includes instruction in wholesaling and retailing; apparel technologies; distribution; customer sales and service skills; and principles of consumer research and sales forecasting. (Moved from 08.0101)
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52.1907
Vehicle & Vehicle Parts & Accessories Marketing Operations
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Vehicle and Vehicle Parts and Accessories Marketing Operations. . A program that prepares individuals to perform operations connected with the distribution and sale of replacement parts and other end-use supplies in the automotive, marine, and aviation industries. Includes instruction in wholesaling and retailing; principles of vehicular technologies; storage and distribution; customer sales and service skills; and principles of consumer research and sales forecasting.
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52.1909
Special Products Marketing Operations
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Special Products Marketing Operations. A program that prepares individuals to perform marketing and sales operations connected with the promotion of special products, including floristry, food, and home and office products. Includes instruction in principles of marketing research and advertising, promotional campaign organization, media relations, and applicable technical and administrative skills.
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52.1999
Specialized Merchandising, Sales, & Related Marketing Operations, Other
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Specialized Merchandising, Sales, and Marketing Operations, Other. Any instructional program in sales, marketing, and distribution operations not listed above.
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41-1011
First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Retail Sales Workers
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Directly supervise sales workers in a retail establishment or department. Duties may include management functions, such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties.
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41-1012
First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Non-Retail Sales Workers
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Directly supervise and coordinate activities of sales workers other than retail sales workers. May perform duties, such as budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties.
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41-2011
Cashiers
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Receive and disburse money in establishments other than financial institutions. Usually involves use of electronic scanners, cash registers, or related equipment. Often involved in processing credit or debit card transactions and validating checks.
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41-2021
Counter and Rental Clerks
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Receive orders for repairs, rentals, and services. May describe available options, compute cost, and accept payment.
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41-2022
Parts Salespersons
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Sell spare and replacement parts and equipment in repair shop or parts store.
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41-2031
Retail Salespersons
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Sell merchandise, such as furniture, motor vehicles, appliances, or apparel in a retail establishment.
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41-3011
Advertising Sales Agents
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Sell or solicit advertising, including graphic art, advertising space in publications, custom made signs, or TV and radio advertising time. May obtain leases for outdoor advertising sites or persuade retailer to use sales promotion display items.
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41-3099
Sales Representatives, Services, All Other
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All services sales representatives not listed separately.
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41-4011
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products
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Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers where technical or scientific knowledge is required in such areas as biology, engineering, chemistry, and electronics, normally obtained from at least 2 years of post-secondary education.
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41-4012
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Prod
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Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers to businesses or groups of individuals. Work requires substantial knowledge of items sold.
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41-9011
Demonstrators and Product Promoters
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Demonstrate merchandise and answer questions for the purpose of creating public interest in buying the product. May sell demonstrated merchandise.
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41-9031
Sales Engineers
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Sell business goods or services, the selling of which requires a technical background equivalent to a baccalaureate degree in engineering.
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41-9041
Telemarketers
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Solicit orders for goods or services over the telephone.
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41-9091
Door-To-Door Sales Workers, News and Street Vendors, and Related Workers
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Sell goods or services door-to-door or on the street.
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41-9099
Sales and Related Workers, All Other
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All sales and related workers not listed separately.
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43-3041
Gaming Cage Workers
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In a gaming establishment, conduct financial transactions for patrons. May reconcile daily summaries of transactions to balance books. Accept patron's credit application and verify credit references to provide check-cashing authorization or to establish house credit accounts. May sell gambling chips, tokens, or tickets to patrons, or to other workers for resale to patrons. May convert gaming chips, tokens, or tickets to currency upon patron's request. May use a cash register or computer to record transaction.
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43-5081
Stock Clerks and Order Fillers
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Receive, store, and issue sales floor merchandise, materials, equipment, and other items from stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard to fill shelves, racks, tables, or customers' orders. May mark prices on merchandise and set up sales displays.
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53-3031
Driver/Sales Workers
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Drive truck or other vehicle over established routes or within an established territory and sell goods, such as food products, including restaurant take-out items, or pick up and deliver items, such as laundry. May also take orders and collect payments. Includes newspaper delivery drivers.
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