SOC Implementation

In 1994, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) established a Standard Occupational Classification Revision Policy Committee to develop a classification structure that would meet the needs of the 21st century. This effort resulted in the 2000 Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system. OMB requires all Federal agencies that collect occupational data to adhere to the 2000 SOC. Information on the SOC is accessible on the Internet: http://www.bls.gov/soc/home.htm

The 2000-10 projections were the first to incorporate the 2000 SOC system. The occupation structure and data in the 2002-12 national employment matrix and the 2004-05 edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook, which is based on the 2002-12 national employment matrix, also reflect the 2000 SOC system.

Last Modified Date: February 11, 2004

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