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Federal Occupation Description

Federal Occupation Description

This series includes positions the duties of which are to receive and prepare patients for dental treatment; to prepare materials and equipment for use by the dentist; to assist a dentist at chairside or bedside in the treatment of patients; to perform reversible intra-oral procedures under the supervision of the dentist; to perform dental radiography work; and to keep records of appointments, examinations, treatments and supplies. This work requires a practical knowledge of standardized procedures and methods used in dentistry, and skill in the techniques and procedures of dental assistance.

For job opportunities in this series, go to the Office of Personnel Management USAJOBS website.

Other Federal Occupations

It is not uncommon for individuals in one federal occupational series to perform duties related to another series within the same federal occupational group. To find out about the certifications for another series in the MEDICAL, HOSPITAL, DENTAL, AND PUBLIC HEALTH GROUP, click on that series below. Note that credentials have not yet been identified for all series – links are provided only to those series for which the identification of credentials has been completed. Additional series will be added over time.

  • 0601 - General Health Science Series
  • 0602 - Physician
  • 0603 - Physician Assistant Series
  • 0610 - Nurse Series
  • 0620 - Practical Nurse
  • 0621 - Nursing Assistant Series
  • 0622 - Medical Supply Aide and Technician Series
  • 0625 - Autopsy Assistant Series
  • 0630 - Dietitian and Nutritionist Series
  • 0631 - Occupational Therapist Series
  • 0633 - Physical Therapist Series
  • 0635 - Kinesiotherapy Series
  • 0636 - Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Series
  • 0637 - Manual Arts Therapist Series
  • 0638 - Recreation/Creative Arts Therapist Series
  • 0639 - Educational Therapist Series
  • 0640 - Health Aid and Technician Series
  • 0642 - Nuclear Medicine Technician Series
  • 0644 - Medical Technologist Series
  • 0645 - Medical Technician Series
  • 0646 - Pathology Technician Series
  • 0647 - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Series
  • 0648 - Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist Series
  • 0649 - Medical Instrument Technician Series
  • 0650 - Medical Technical Assistant Series
  • 0651 - Respiratory Therapist Series
  • 0660 - Pharmacist Series
  • 0661 - Pharmacy Technician Series
  • 0662 - Optometrist Series
  • 0665 - Speech Pathology and Audiology Series
  • 0667 - Orthotist and Prosthetist Series
  • 0668 - Podiatrist Series
  • 0669 - Medical Records Administration Series
  • 0670 - Health System Administration Series
  • 0671 - Health System Specialist
  • 0672 - Prosthetic Representative Series
  • 0673 - Hospital Housekeeping Management Series
  • 0675 - Medical Records Technician
  • 0679 - Medical Support Assistance
  • 0680 - Dental Officer Series
  • 0682 - Dental Hygiene Series
  • 0683 - Dental Laboratory Aid and Technician Series
  • 0685 - Public Health Program Specialist Series
  • 0688 - Sanitarian Series
  • 0690 - Industrial Hygiene Series
  • 0696 - Consumer Safety Series
  • 0698 - Environmental Health Technician Series
  • 0699 - Medical and Health Student Trainee Series

The following certifications have been identified as most relevant to the broad duties of this federal occupational series. Please note that these credentials may not reflect all of the unique job functions that you perform within your organization. Also these credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about any credential, click on the credential title below.

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Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) In DemandIs In Demand American Medical Technologists (AMT) mostMost GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) In DemandIs In Demand National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) In DemandIs In Demand American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) In DemandIs In Demand American Medical Technologists (AMT) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) In DemandIs In Demand Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) mostMost GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) In DemandIs In Demand Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) In DemandIs In Demand National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) Is Not In Demand Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) mostMost GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS) Is Not In Demand Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) someSome    
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) In DemandIs In Demand National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
National Certified Medical Office Assistant (NCMOA) Is Not In Demand National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
National Certified Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) In DemandIs In Demand National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) In DemandIs In Demand National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Medical Administrative Specialist (CMAS) Is Not In Demand American Medical Technologists (AMT) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) In DemandIs In Demand National Healthcareer Association (NHA) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) Is Not In Demand National Healthcareer Association (NHA) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Ambulatory Surgery Technician (CASSPT) Is Not In Demand Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) someSome    
Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.) Is Not In Demand American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) In DemandIs In Demand National Healthcareer Association (NHA) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA) Is Not In Demand Certification Board for Radiology Practitioner Assistants (CBRPA) someSome    
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA) Is Not In Demand American Medical Technologists (AMT) otherOther GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) Is Not In Demand Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) Is Not In Demand International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) someSome    
Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA) Is Not In Demand Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) someSome    
National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) Is Not In Demand Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) mostMost    
Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Is Not In Demand The Commission on Dental Competency Assessments (CDCA) mostMost    

State Licenses

Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Related Civilian Private Sector Occupations

The following civilian private sector occupations are similar to the duties performed by 0681 - Dental Assistant. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below.

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Medical Assistants someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Medical Equipment Preparers someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
Radiologic Technicians someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
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Click here to go to Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification validates ability to provide support in administrative duties: chairside, laboratory, and radiological procedures, as defined by existing state laws. Dental Assistant is an integral member of the dental health team, competent via education, experience, and understanding of patient welfare. As an agent of the Dentist, the Dental Assistant strives to cultivate good will and confidence within the dental practice. The Registered Dental Assistant is a mid skill level certification and requires applicants to have some experience and be graduates from an accredited program.

Click here to go to Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification demonstrates that the individual meets the national standard for knowledge that underlies surgical technologist and surgical first assistance practice. Certified individuals possess mastery of a broad range of skills related to surgical procedures, aseptic technique and patient care. This is a mid- level certification and requires individuals to be a graduate of a surgical technology accredited program or hold a current or previous Certified Surgical Technologist certification.

Click here to go to Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) represents a medical assistant who has been certified by the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) to have ability to work in ambulatory settings, such as physicians' offices, clinics and group practices. Medical assistants have a great amount of variety in their jobs and are cross-trained to perform many administrative and clinical duties. The duties of medical assistants vary from office to office, depending on office location, size, and specialty. Clinical duties vary according to state law and include taking medical histories and recording vital signs, explaining treatment procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, and assisting the physician during the examination. Medical assistants collect and prepare laboratory specimens or perform basic laboratory tests on the premises, dispose of contaminated supplies, and sterilize medical instruments. This is a mid-level certification and requires applicants to be graduates of an accredited medical assisting program and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Medical Assistant (MA) certification validates ability to perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices and clinics of numerous health professionals running smoothly. Medical Assistant is an integral member of the health care delivery team, qualified by education and experience to work in the administrative office, the examining room and the physician office laboratory. They are also a liaison between the doctor and the patient. Duties for Medical Assistants vary depending on the state in which an MA practices. This is an intermediate skill level certification, and requires applicants to meet experience and/or education requirements.

Click here to go to Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential is an intermediate-level certification for dental technicians and dental office professionals who assist dentists, set up dental equipment, prepare patients for treatment, and keep records. CDAs have the knowledge and applied skill-level necessary to provide general chairside assisting, practice radiation health and safety, support infection control activities, and perform other dental assisting-related work requirements. CDAs fill a variety of roles in the dental office; some of these include preparing patients for dental procedures, ensuring sterility in the dental environment, assisting dentists during procedures by providing tools and materials, working with suppliers to schedule deliveries, helping patients schedule appointments, teaching patients about proper oral health, and taking patient x-rays. Applicants for the CDA are required to meet education and experience requirements. Applicants must also take a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) is a mid-level certification. The role of the central sterile technician is to learn and perform all aspects of sterile processing functions with basic surgical instrumentation in the health care workplace. These areas include A&P, microbiology, infection control, decontamination, surgical instrumentation, prep and packaging, sterilization and inventory control. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements and pass an exam.

Click here to go to Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA), Certified Surgical Assistants (CSA) validates mastery of skills unique to surgical technology, as well as an on-going commitment to quality patient care. Surgical assistants provide support to surgeons before and during an operation and a limited amount of care to patients after an operation. They have multiple duties associated with preparing for and participating in surgery. Pre-surgery duties include determining what equipment will be needed for an operation; positioning x-rays or other images for reference; moving and positioning patients; and inserting catheters. During surgery, they drape patients according to the surgeon's instructions; hand over instruments requested by the surgeon; retract, clamp, ligate and cut tissues as instructed; maintain a sterile environment; insert drainage tubes; close wounds; and select and apply bandages. This is a mid level certification. Applicants should have completed prior approved Surgical Assistant Training Programs or be a graduate from a health field. Military medical training is accepted.

Click here to go to Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) credential is for an intermediate-level dental professional who specializes in orthodontics. COAs possess the knowledge and applied skill level necessary to perform the tasks required of orthodontic assistants. Applicants must meet a combination of education and experience. The COA exam consists of two component exams that must be passed in order to earn the credential.

Click here to go to Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD), Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS) credential is for candidates who have a current/valid CBSPD certification as a SPD Technician (CSPDT) and meets experience and/or education requirements. Minimum experience requirements includes 24 months of full-time employment performing Operating Room surgical instrument processing activities. Candidates must complete a written examination.

Click here to go to National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The NCCT National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) is an entry-level health care credential. Medical Assistants perform both clinical and administrative tasks necessary for day-to-day operations of physician offices and other health care practices. Medical Assistants' administrative duties vary by employer. Clinical duties may also vary by practice. NCMAs comply with state and federal regulations. NCCT requires that candidates meet educational and other requirements.

Click here to go to National Certified Medical Office Assistant (NCMOA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The NCCT Medical Office Assistant (NCMOA) is an entry-level health care certification. Medical Office Assistants are responsible for medical office administrative tasks such as making direct patient contact and performing front office functions including but not limited to scheduling, communicating, handling medical records, and discussing financial-related concerns. NCMOAs comply with state and federal regulations. NCCT requires that candidates meet educational and other requirements.

Click here to go to National Certified Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The NCCT National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) is an entry-level certification. NCPCTs possess the knowledge necessary to perform duties and tasks necessary for providing health care to patients. The Patient Care Technician's role varies across States but often they are responsible for assisting physicians, nurses, and other support staff in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes. The PCTs must possess knowledge and skills in the areas of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. They assist with activities of daily living, collect and take vital signs, have knowledge of medical law and ethics, support infection control, perform tasks involved in phlebotomy and electrocardiography. NCCT requires that candidates meet educational and other requirements.

Click here to go to Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), Tech in Surgery (TS-C) is an intermediate-level surgical technologist credential. TS-Cs are allied health professionals responsible for various tasks pre-, intra-, and post- operatively. TS-Cs maintain asepsis during surgery, anticipating the surgeon's needs while remaining attentive to the surgical procedure to ensure a safe environment for the patient. Surgical technologists work under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel; their duties vary depending upon the facility. TS-Cs must meet educational, training, and other eligibility requirements.

Click here to go to Certified Medical Administrative Specialist (CMAS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Certified Medical Administrative Specialist (CMAS) certification validates ability to manage medical records, insurance processing, coding and billing, information processing, and fundamental office management tasks. This is an entry level administrative certification for medical administrative specialists who serve a key role in medical office, clinic and hospital settings. A medical administrative specialist is very familiar with clinical and technical concepts required to coordinate administrative office functions in the healthcare setting. Candidates must meet minimum education, experience, and/or prerequisite requirements.

Click here to go to Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) is an intermediate-level allied health care professional credential. CCMAs specialize in procedures commonly performed in ambulatory health care settings. Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. They typically work in medical offices, clinics, urgent care centers and may work in general medicine or specialty practices. Applicants for the CCMA are required to pass an exam, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and meet training or experience requirements.

Click here to go to Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The National Healthcare Association (NHA), Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) is an entry-level credential for healthcare professionals who provide customer service for patients. CMAAs review and answer practice correspondence, operate computer systems to accomplish office tasks, answer calls, schedule appointments, greet patients, maintain files, update and maintain patient and other practice-specific information, and coordinate operation reports such as time and attendance. Candidates are required to complete a NHA-approved training program.

Click here to go to Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Ambulatory Surgery Technician (CASSPT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CPSPD), Certified Ambulatory Surgery Technician (CASSPT) credential is for candidates with at least 12 months experience performing Ambulatory Surgery sterile processing activities. Other options for qualification include completion of an Ambulatory Surgery Sterile Processing Training Course, completion of a related allied health program plus six months employment practicing Ambulatory Surgery sterile processing, or 12 months experience in healthcare product sales or services. Candidates must meet education and/or experience requirements and pass a written examination.

Click here to go to Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.) COOL Snapshot page.

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.) certification recognizes individuals who are qualified to perform the role of a Registered Radiologist Assistant. This certification is for advanced-level radiographers who extend the capacity of the radiologist. R.R.A.s are radiographers who've completed an additional, specialized educational program, then earned certification and registration as a radiologist assistant (RA) through ARRT. They are qualified to perform many procedures that a radiologist would otherwise have to do. R.R.A.s perform patient assessment, patient management, and selected clinical imaging procedures. Candidates for the R.R.A. certification must be certified and registered with ARRT in Radiography; must successfully complete a radiologist assistant (RA) educational program that meets the ARRT's recognition criteria; must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited educational institution; and must have completed at least one year of full-time clinical radiography experience after earning the radiography credential. Candidates must also pass an examination.

Click here to go to Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) is an entry-level certification for allied healthcare professionals who assist with the critical day-to-day care of patients. CPCT/As work with doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide direct patient care. Some of the tasks that CPCT/As perform in their work include bathing, feeding, providing catheter care, acquiring, distributing, and administering patient care supplies, performing safety checks and ensuring cleanliness in patient rooms, accommodating special needs of patients, obtaining EKG readings and monitor vital signs, performing phlebotomy procedures, providing emotional support to patients and families, particularly coping with grief and death. CPCT/A applicants must pass the written exam, in addition to meeting education and training or work experience eligibility requirements.

Click here to go to Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The Certification Board for Radiology Practitioner Assistants (CBRPA), Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA) certification is for mid-level practitioners in Radiology. An RPA is a health professional certified and registered as a radiographer and credentialed to provide primary radiology health care services with physician supervision. Within the physician/RPA relationship, RPAs exercise autonomy in decision making in the role of a primary caregiver with regard to patient assessment, patient management and in providing a broad range of medical imaging and interventional services. To earn the RPA certification, candidates must be an active registered American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) radiographer, possess Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, and meet both education and experience requirements. Candidates must also pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) certification is for dental assistants or dental hygienists who possess knowledge and skills in coronal polish, sealants, and topical fluoride. To earn the CPFDA certification, candidates must meet one of the eligibility requirement pathways, possess current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from a DANB-accepted provider, and pass a three-part written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) COOL Snapshot page.

The Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) assists medical staff and nursing personnel in the location and gathering of needed instrumentation, supplies and equipment. They also assist in the decontamination and assembly of instrumentation and supplies for sterilization. The CIS exam tests knowledge and recognition of medical instruments, as well as reviews instrumentation practice skills. Applicants are required to have a current Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) status and minimum 200 hours of hands on experience in instrument decontamination, assembly information system management and surgery observation. Additional details can be obtained from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) web site.

Click here to go to Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA) is an intermediate-level credential for dental assistants. Individuals holding the CRFDA are trained to complete complex tasks such as filling restorations, making final impressions for a crown, a bridge, and removable partial dentures and filling and polishing amalgams. There are several pathways to meet DANBs certification eligibility requirements. All CRFDA applicants and credential holders must have current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent certificates and be graduates of a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)-accredited dental assisting program. Applicants must pass all CRFDA exam components to become certified. Each state has different requirements for dental assistants; to practice and work, individuals must meet their state Dental Assisting National Board eligibility and licensing requirements.

Click here to go to National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) certification is for individuals who do not yet qualify for DANB’s Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification. To earn the NELDA certification, candidates must meet one of the eligibility requirement pathways, possess current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from a DANB-accepted provider, and pass a three-part written exam.

Click here to go to Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary COOL Snapshot page.

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In Demand

This certification is considered in demand

GI Bill®

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ANSI

This credential has been accredited by ANSI. Click for external link to the ANSI web site.

ICAC

This credential has been accredited by ICAC. Click for external link to the ICAC web site.

NCCA

This credentialing program has been accredited by NCCA. Click for external link to the NCCA web site.

ABSNC

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IAS

This credential has been accredited by IAS. Click for external link to the IAS web site.

Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job
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