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How a fashion designer can use AI, task by task

O*NET 27-1022.00: Fashion DesignersMedian pay $80,960/year (BLS, May 2025)20 tasksJob Zone 3: Medium preparation

Design clothing and accessories. Create original designs or adapt fashion trends.

Your job title Type your own title and every prompt on this page updates to match. Also called: Apparel and Accessories Designer, Apparel Designer, Costume Designer, Designer, Fashion Design Contractor, Fashion Designer, Fashion Graphic Designer, Fashion Stylist, Handbag Designer, Product Developer.

Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 15%AI-assist 69%Stays human 16%

Share of the job's tasks, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 2 AI-ready, 14 AI-assist and 4 human-led tasks out of 20. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Information & paperwork

Thinking & planning

People & communication

Leading & teaching

Hands-on & physical

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

🗓 Start here on Monday

The most frequent, most important tasks where AI can help right away.

Sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories, and write specifications such as color schemes, construction, material types, and accessory requirements.Explain it clearly · Daily
Examine sample garments on and off models, modifying designs to achieve desired effects.Create & design · Weekly
Select materials and production techniques to be used for products.Look into it · Weekly

💪 Lean into these

Core tasks that stay human. These skills get more valuable as the routine work gets automated.

Direct and coordinate workers involved in drawing and cutting patterns and constructing samples or finished garments.Lead people · Weekly
Draw patterns for articles designed, cut patterns, and cut material according to patterns, using measuring instruments and scissors.Hands-on work · Weekly
Test fabrics or oversee testing so that garment care labels can be created.Watch & inspect · Monthly

Skills to build & where you could move ↓

AI can draft these 2

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

Sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories, and write specifications such as color schemes, construction, material types, and accessory requirements.

Daily

AI turns complex material into plain-language handouts.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 47% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI is great at turning complicated material into plain-language guides, handouts, FAQs and how-tos for a specific audience. You check it's accurate.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories, and write specifications such as color schemes, construction, material types, and accessory requirements.

Context: The work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Subject: [property, layout, item]
Details: [paste notes]
Reader: [describe]

Write a clear description for the reader. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Informational write-up

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories (today).

Step 2Fill in [Subject], [Details] and [Reader] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

Importance 4.8/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Write informational material.. Also involves: Draw detailed or technical illustrations..

Research the styles and periods of clothing needed for film or theatrical productions.

Daily

AI is a patient tutor for new rules and techniques.

Show prompt & steps

AI is a patient personal tutor. It explains new rules, techniques and technology at your level, quizzes you and builds a study plan.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to research the styles and periods of clothing needed for film or theatrical productions.

Context: The work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Project: [design, artwork, safety research]
Question: [what you need to know]

Summarize relevant knowledge and sources. Use examples from my line of work, quiz me with 5 questions one at a time, and list trustworthy sources.

10-minute exercise: Research to inform my work

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you research the styles and periods of clothing (today).

Step 2Fill in [Project] and [Question] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Check one claim against an official or professional source.

AI's knowledge has a cutoff date. For new regulations and standards, always confirm against the official source.

Importance 3.5/5 · O*NET work activity: Conduct research to inform art, designs, or other work..

AI can help you prep these 14

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

Examine sample garments on and off models, modifying designs to achieve desired effects.

Weekly

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to examine sample garments on and off models, modifying designs to achieve desired effects.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Project: [interface, craft, exhibit]
Brief: [goals, audience]

Generate 10 concepts and develop 2. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Design concepts

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you examine sample garments (this week).

Step 2Fill in [Project] and [Brief] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.3/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop artistic or design concepts for decoration, exhibition, or commercial purposes..

Select materials and production techniques to be used for products.

Weekly

AI gets you up to speed; confirm findings with records or people.

Show prompt & steps

AI can get you up to speed fast and suggest where to look, but you need to confirm findings against real sources, records or people.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to select materials and production techniques to be used for products.

Context: We use SAS; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Piece: [product, artwork, set]
Requirements: [strength, look, cost, weight]

Suggest materials with pros and cons. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

10-minute exercise: Material or prop selection

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you select materials and production techniques (this week).

Step 2Fill in [Piece] and [Requirements] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Open two of the sources it gives and confirm the key claim before you use it.

AI can invent sources and citations. Open every link and confirm it says what the AI claims.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Select materials or props..

Collaborate with other designers to coordinate special products and designs.

Monthly

AI drafts clear messages and talking points.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft updates, emails and talking points so your message is clear and complete. Relationships and real-time calls are yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to collaborate with other designers to coordinate special products and designs.

Design: [describe]
Issues: [changes, methods]

Draft discussion points and options. Keep it under 150 words with a clear ask, plus a 2-sentence version for chat.

10-minute exercise: Design refinement discussion

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you collaborate with other designers to coordinate special products.

Step 2Fill in [Design] and [Issues] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Edit it until it sounds like you, then send it yourself.

Never let AI send messages for you. Read every word, because tone mistakes cost trust.

Importance 3.7/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Collaborate with others to develop or refine designs..

Confer with sales and management executives or with clients to discuss design ideas.

Monthly

AI drafts clear messages and talking points.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft updates, emails and talking points so your message is clear and complete. Relationships and real-time calls are yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to confer with sales and management executives or with clients to discuss design ideas.

Design: [describe]
Issues: [changes, methods]

Draft discussion points and options. Keep it under 150 words with a clear ask, plus a 2-sentence version for chat.

10-minute exercise: Design refinement discussion

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you confer with sales and management executives. Leave out names and identifying details.

Step 2Fill in [Design] and [Issues] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Edit it until it sounds like you, then send it yourself.

Never let AI send messages for you. Read every word, because tone mistakes cost trust.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Collaborate with others to develop or refine designs..

Provide sample garments to agents and sales representatives, and arrange for showings of sample garments at sales meetings or fashion shows.

Monthly

AI preps talking points and practice; the relationship is yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps you: talking points, objection handling, tailored outreach and negotiation scenarios. The relationship and reading the room are yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to provide sample garments to agents and sales representatives, and arrange for showings of sample garments at sales meetings or fashion shows.

Context: We use C-DESIGN Fashion and CLO Virtual Fashion Marvelous Designer; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
What to promote: [activity, organization]
Audience: [describe]

Draft a promotion message and talking points. Keep claims honest, list likely objections with responses, and role-play the other side so I can practice.

10-minute exercise: Promotion message

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you provide sample garments.

Step 2Fill in [What to promote] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Ask for feedback on your answers and write down your best line for the real conversation.

Make sure every claim AI writes about your product is true and allowed. Over-promising is on you.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Promote products, activities, or organizations..

Adapt other designers' ideas for the mass market.

Monthly

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to adapt other designers' ideas for the mass market.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Project: [interface, craft, exhibit]
Brief: [goals, audience]

Generate 10 concepts and develop 2. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Design concepts

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you adapt other designers' ideas for the mass market.

Step 2Fill in [Project] and [Brief] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 3.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop artistic or design concepts for decoration, exhibition, or commercial purposes..

Identify target markets for designs, looking at factors such as age, gender, and socioeconomic status.

Monthly

AI gets you up to speed; confirm findings with records or people.

Show prompt & steps

AI can get you up to speed fast and suggest where to look, but you need to confirm findings against real sources, records or people.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to identify target markets for designs, looking at factors such as age, gender, and socioeconomic status.

Context: We use SAS; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Product: [what it is]
Question: [audience, demand, pricing, safety]

Suggest research methods, survey questions, public data sources, and how to segment the audience. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

10-minute exercise: Market research plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you identify target markets.

Step 2Fill in [Product] and [Question] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Run one quick method it suggests and see what you learn.

AI can invent sources and citations. Open every link and confirm it says what the AI claims.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Conduct market research..

Purchase new or used clothing and accessory items as needed to complete designs.

Monthly

AI preps the paperwork; approving and paying stay with you.

Show prompt & steps

AI can prep the paperwork, extract details from documents and make checklists. Approving, paying and verifying stay with you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to purchase new or used clothing and accessory items as needed to complete designs.

Context: We use Financial accounting software and Adobe Acrobat.
Materials: [parts, supplies]
Data: [paste counts]

Organize inventory with reorder flags. Point out anything missing or inconsistent and suggest a template I can reuse.

10-minute exercise: Materials inventory

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you purchase new or used clothing and accessory items.

Step 2Fill in [Materials] and [Data] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Save the template and use it on the next one. Time both.

Personal, financial and health data shouldn't go into AI tools unless your employer has approved one for it.

Importance 3.6/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products..

Attend fashion shows and review garment magazines and manuals to gather information about fashion trends and consumer preferences.

Monthly

AI gets you up to speed; confirm findings with records or people.

Show prompt & steps

AI can get you up to speed fast and suggest where to look, but you need to confirm findings against real sources, records or people.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to attend fashion shows and review garment magazines and manuals to gather information about fashion trends and consumer preferences.

Context: We use SAS and C-DESIGN Fashion; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Field: [craft, art, design, industry]
Why: [new work, marketing, buying]

List current trends with examples, what's fading, and where to watch for new ones. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

10-minute exercise: Trend scan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you attend fashion shows.

Step 2Fill in [Field] and [Why] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Sketch one idea inspired by a trend.

AI can invent sources and citations. Open every link and confirm it says what the AI claims.

Importance 3.7/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Monitor current trends..

Determine prices for styles.

Weekly

AI does the arithmetic and suggests what to look at; the conclusions are yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI can do the arithmetic, build the spreadsheet formula and suggest what to look at. Deciding what the numbers mean for your situation is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to determine prices for styles.

Context: We use SAS and Financial accounting software; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Goods or services: [crops, merchandise, products]
Data: [cost, quality, market prices]

Recommend a value or price range with reasoning and formulas for mark-up or mark-down. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

10-minute exercise: Value and pricing

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you determine prices (this week).

Step 2Fill in [Goods or services] and [Data] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Recompute the most important number yourself before you trust the rest. Recompute every total yourself.

AI makes arithmetic mistakes. Recompute anything that matters with a spreadsheet formula.

Double-check every number. AI can make arithmetic and rounding mistakes.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Determine the value of goods or services.. Also involves: Calculate costs of goods or services..

Visit textile showrooms to keep up-to-date on the latest fabrics.

A few times a year

AI gets you up to speed; confirm findings with records or people.

Show prompt & steps

AI can get you up to speed fast and suggest where to look, but you need to confirm findings against real sources, records or people.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to visit textile showrooms to keep up-to-date on the latest fabrics.

Context: We use SAS; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Field: [craft, art, design, industry]
Why: [new work, marketing, buying]

List current trends with examples, what's fading, and where to watch for new ones. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

10-minute exercise: Trend scan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you visit textile showrooms.

Step 2Fill in [Field] and [Why] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Sketch one idea inspired by a trend.

AI can invent sources and citations. Open every link and confirm it says what the AI claims.

Importance 3.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Monitor current trends..

Develop a group of products or accessories, and market them through venues such as boutiques or mail-order catalogs.

Monthly

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to develop a group of products or accessories, and market them through venues such as boutiques or mail-order catalogs.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Project: [interface, craft, exhibit]
Brief: [goals, audience]

Generate 10 concepts and develop 2. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Design concepts

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you develop a group of products or accessories.

Step 2Fill in [Project] and [Brief] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.0/5 · O*NET work activity: Develop artistic or design concepts for decoration, exhibition, or commercial purposes.. Also involves: Promote products, activities, or organizations..

Design custom clothing and accessories for individuals, retailers, or theatrical, television, or film productions.

Monthly

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 45% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to design custom clothing and accessories for individuals, retailers, or theatrical, television, or film productions.

Context: We use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud software; the work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Project: [interface, craft, exhibit]
Brief: [goals, audience]

Generate 10 concepts and develop 2. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Design concepts

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you design custom clothing and accessories.

Step 2Fill in [Project] and [Brief] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 3.6/5 · O*NET work activity: Develop artistic or design concepts for decoration, exhibition, or commercial purposes..

Read scripts and consult directors and other production staff to develop design concepts and plan productions.

Weekly

AI gives you a first-pass summary; you still read the key parts.

Show prompt & steps

AI can pull out the key points and questions to look for. Use it as a first pass, then look closely yourself.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to read scripts and consult directors and other production staff to develop design concepts and plan productions.

Context: The work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Script or treatment: [paste pages or a scene summary]
My department: [sets / costumes / lighting / locations / props]

Break this down for my department: a scene-by-scene list of requirements, locations or sets needed, special effects or items, and open questions to raise with the director.

10-minute exercise: Break down a script for requirements

Step 1Pick a script section you need to break down this week.

Step 2Paste it into [Script or treatment] and name your area in [My department].

Step 3Compare it with your own breakdown. Add what it missed, then take the open questions to the next production meeting.

Remove names and private details before pasting, and check your employer's rules on what you can share with AI tools.

Importance 3.4/5 · O*NET work activity: Study scripts to determine project requirements.. Also involves: Collaborate with others to develop or refine designs..

These stay human 4

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

📏 Measured in this job (O*NET work context): Contact with others: contact with others most of the time · Face-to-face discussions: once a week or more but not every day

Direct and coordinate workers involved in drawing and cutting patterns and constructing samples or finished garments.

Weekly

Leading people runs on trust. AI can prep the paperwork around it.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can prep the paperwork around leading: meeting agendas, feedback drafts, rotas, briefings and difficult-conversation rehearsals.

Prep prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to direct and coordinate workers involved in drawing and cutting patterns and constructing samples or finished garments.

Context: The work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Team: [designers, artists]
Project: [describe]

Help me prepare: the key message in 2 sentences, what good looks like, how people might react and how I'll respond, and one thing I'll check next week.

10-minute exercise: Coordinating designers

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you direct and coordinate workers (this week).

Step 2Fill in [Team] and [Project] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Afterward, note one thing people responded to and one thing you'd change.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Coordinate design activities..

Draw patterns for articles designed, cut patterns, and cut material according to patterns, using measuring instruments and scissors.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to draw patterns for articles designed, cut patterns, and cut material according to patterns, using measuring instruments and scissors.

Context: The work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Object: [prototype, pattern]
Materials: [describe]

List build steps and measuring checks. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Model or pattern build

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you draw patterns (this week).

Step 2Fill in [Object] and [Materials] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Compare the model with the design before production.

Importance 3.8/5 · O*NET work activity: Build models, patterns, or templates..

Test fabrics or oversee testing so that garment care labels can be created.

Monthly

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to test fabrics or oversee testing so that garment care labels can be created.

Context: The work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Samples: [soil, fabric, solutions]
Tests: [what to measure]

Write a test procedure and results sheet. Group it by area, say what 'good' and 'bad' look like for each item, and add a short template for writing up what I find.

10-minute exercise: Sample testing plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you test fabrics.

Step 2Fill in [Samples] and [Tests] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Take it with you next time, tick it alongside your usual routine, and add anything it missed.

Importance 3.4/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Test materials, solutions, or samples.. Also involves: Test characteristics of materials or structures..

Sew together sections of material to form mockups or samples of garments or articles, using sewing equipment.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a fashion designer. Part of my job is to sew together sections of material to form mockups or samples of garments or articles, using sewing equipment.

Context: The work draws on design, sales and marketing and production and processing.
Object: [prototype, pattern]
Materials: [describe]

List build steps and measuring checks. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Model or pattern build

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you sew together sections of material.

Step 2Fill in [Object] and [Materials] with the real details, then run the prompt.

Step 3Compare the model with the design before production.

Importance 3.6/5 · O*NET work activity: Build models, patterns, or templates..

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Your next moves

Skills to build

From O*NET's ratings of how important each skill is in this job, matched to which part of the work it supports.

Stays human Deepen these

They power the human-led work, which is the part of the job AI can't take over.

Social Perceptivenessimportance 3.8/5
Used in: Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Coordinationimportance 3.8/5
Used in: Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Time Managementimportance 3.8/5
Used in: Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Persuasionimportance 3.6/5
Used in: Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

With AI Use these to work with AI

When AI does the first draft, these are the skills you use to brief it and check what comes back.

Critical Thinkingimportance 3.9/5
Used in: Thinking Creatively
Active Listeningimportance 3.9/5
Used in: Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Reading Comprehensionimportance 3.6/5
Used in: Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Writingimportance 3.4/5
Used in: Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Where you could move

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Skills to build: Active Learning, Complex Problem Solving, Writing
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Getting into this job

Bachelor's degree is most common (51% of workers)

High school or less 4%
Certificate or some college 1%
Associate's 44%
Bachelor's 51%

On-the-job training: 3–6 months
Related experience: 4–6 years

What workers in this job report, from O*NET surveys (typical values).

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