Also called: Minister, Faith Leader
Leads a religious community—worship, teaching, counseling, and support during life's biggest moments.
Writes a sermon, visits a sick member in the hospital, leads a wedding rehearsal, and meets with the youth group.
BLS clergy, May 2024 (approx); housing allowances common.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Master's degree, about 7 years after high school. Usually a seminary master's (MDiv, 3 years); requirements vary by faith.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school, Professional school. Training cost: $60k – $150k.
Majors to look at: Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy.
Growing about average (about 3% over 10 years). Estimate.
Low risk for 10 years. AI can draft sermons, but leading worship, visiting the sick and walking with families through life stay human.
Classes: AP English Language, Speech, AP World History.
Official data: O*NET occupation 21-2011.
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