Holland codes, explained
Holland’s model sorts work interests into six areas, known as RIASEC. Your Holland code is your top two or three areas, strongest first. O*NET gives every career the same kind of code, so you can compare the two.
R · Realistic
People with strong Realistic interests like practical, hands-on work with tools, machines, plants or animals. 375 careers have Realistic as their strongest area.
Strongest Realistic careers
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Automotive Engineering Technicians
- Photonics Technicians
- Dishwashers
- Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
I · Investigative
People with strong Investigative interests like figuring out how things work, research and solving problems. 105 careers have Investigative as their strongest area.
Strongest Investigative careers
- Computer and Information Research Scientists
- Mathematicians
- Biostatisticians
- Biochemists and Biophysicists
- Microbiologists
A · Artistic
People with strong Artistic interests like creating, designing and expressing ideas. 24 careers have Artistic as their strongest area.
Strongest Artistic careers
- Art Directors
- Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators
- Special Effects Artists and Animators
- Fashion Designers
- Graphic Designers
E · Enterprising
People with strong Enterprising interests like leading, persuading and starting things. 92 careers have Enterprising as their strongest area.
Strongest Enterprising careers
- General and Operations Managers
- Advertising and Promotions Managers
- Marketing Managers
- Sales Managers
- Public Relations Managers
C · Conventional
People with strong Conventional interests like organizing information, data and procedures. 161 careers have Conventional as their strongest area.
Strongest Conventional careers
- Accountants and Auditors
- Budget Analysts
- Pharmacy Technicians
- Bill and Account Collectors
- Billing and Posting Clerks
S · Social
People with strong Social interests like helping, teaching and caring for people. 118 careers have Social as their strongest area.
Strongest Social careers
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education
- Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
- Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
- Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary
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