JobSOC 21-2011

Clergy

Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

9 programs

Theology/Theological Studies39.0601
Divinity/Ministry39.0602
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies39.0604
Rabbinical Studies39.0605
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other39.0699
Pastoral Studies/Counseling39.0701
Youth Ministry39.0702
Chaplain/Chaplaincy Studies39.0706
Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling51.1506

02.

Draws on

Philosophy and Theology4.7 of 5
English Language4.2 of 5
Administration and Management4.1 of 5
Customer and Personal Service4.0 of 5
Education and Training3.8 of 5
Therapy and Counseling3.8 of 5
Communications and Media3.7 of 5
Psychology3.7 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.