Description
Study the origin, development, and behavior of human beings. May study the way of life, language, or physical characteristics of people in various parts of the world. May engage in systematic recovery and examination of material evidence, such as tools or pottery remaining from past human cultures, in order to determine the history, customs, and living habits of earlier civilizations.
Interests
- Investigative
- Realistic
Work Values
- Achievement
- Independence
- Working Conditions
Work Styles
- Attention to Detail
- Integrity
- Analytical Thinking
- Persistence
- Adaptability/Flexibility
Tasks
- Collect information and make judgments through observation, interviews, and review of documents.
- Teach or mentor undergraduate and graduate students in anthropology or archeology.
- Write about and present research findings for a variety of specialized and general audiences.
- Plan and direct research to characterize and compare the economic, demographic, health care, social, political, linguistic, and religious institutions of distinct cultural groups, communities, and organizations.
- Create data records for use in describing and analyzing social patterns and processes, using photography, videography, and audio recordings.
Work Activities
- Getting Information
- Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
- Documenting/Recording Information
- Analyzing Data or Information
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Detailed Work Activities
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
- Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
- Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
- Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
- Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Technology Skills
- Analytical or scientific software
- Presentation software
- Geographic information system
- Graphics or photo imaging software
- Data base user interface and query software
Abilities
- Oral Expression
- Written Comprehension
- Written Expression
- Oral Comprehension
- Deductive Reasoning
Skills
- Speaking
- Writing
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
Knowledge
- Sociology and Anthropology
- English Language
- History and Archeology
- Foreign Language
- Education and Training
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Certified Interpretive ManagerCertifying Organization
National Association for Interpretation
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Certified Heritage InterpreterCertifying Organization
National Association for Interpretation
Type
Core
Certificate name
Certified Interpretive PlannerCertifying Organization
National Association for Interpretation
Type
Core
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $46,022 |
| Median (50%) | $64,567 |
| High (90%) | $101,146 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $59,217 |
| Mid Level | $75,849 |
| Senior Level | $85,670 |
| Expert Level | $120,856 |
Employability
There are currently 8,700 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 9,300 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 8%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 8%
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