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Training and Development Specialists

Median Salary
64,340
Job Outlook
+9%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Design or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational performance. May analyze organizational training needs or evaluate training effectiveness.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

67%

Private not for profit

12%

State and local government

12%

Federal Government

5%

Self-employed

3%

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of training and development specialists is projected to grow 12 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 42,200 openings for training and development specialists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$34,200

10%

$64,340

Median

$87,270

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    78%

  • High school

    8%

  • Associate's degree

    8%

  • Some college

    4%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
  • Educational/Instructional Technology
  • Industrial and Organizational Psychology
  • Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
  • Human Resources Development
  • Organizational Communication, General
  • Executive/Career Coaching

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Education and Training
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • English Language
  • Personnel and Human Resources
  • Administrative

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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