Professional Certifications and Occupational Licenses: Evidence from the Current Population Survey

Professional Certifications and Occupational Licenses: Evidence from the Current Population Survey

This article uses data from the Current Population Survey to analyze the role of professional certifications and occupational licenses in the U.S. labor market. It discusses the prevalence of these credentials among the employed by age, gender, race, ethnicity, educational attainment, and occupation. This analysis also explores the relationships between certifications, licenses, and earnings. Finally, the article presents new data on certification and licensing by detailed occupation and whether the credential is required for one’s job.

Bureau Of Labor Statistics

Monthly Labor Review

June 2019

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