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Estimates in this article on minimum education requirements were incorrect as originally published and have been corrected. For information regarding this correction, see www.bls.gov/bls/errata/ors-errata-05112017.htm.
Prior work experience required for 47.8 percent of all civilian jobs in 2016
February 03, 2017
In 2016, 74.7 percent of all jobs required on-the-job training, while prior work experience was required for 47.8 percent of all civilian jobs. Pre-employment training can often result in a certification or license: 21.8 percent of jobs required workers to obtain a professional certification, license, or undertake other pre-employment training.
Minimum job requirements, percent of all workers, 2016
Requirement
Percent
Prior work experience
47.8
On-the-job training
74.7
Pre-employment training
21.8
In 2016, a minimum level of education was required for 69.4 percent of jobs. A high school diploma was required in 41.9 percent of jobs and a bachelor’s degree was required in 17.5 percent of jobs.
United States Department of Labor
