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We've complied information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to help you get a better idea of employment in the Human Resources field.

Human Resources, Training, and Labor Relations Managers and Specialists

• The educational backgrounds of these workers vary considerably, reflecting the diversity of duties and levels of responsibility.

• Certification and previous experience are assets for most specialties, and are essential for more advanced positions, including managers, arbitrators, and mediators.

• College graduates who have earned certification should have the best job opportunities.

Counselors

• A master's degree generally is required to become a licensed counselor.

• Job opportunities for counselors should be very good because job openings are expected to exceed the number of graduates from counseling programs.

• The health care and social assistance industry employs about 47 percent of counselors, and state and local government employ about 11 percent.