U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Standard Occupational Classification

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19-3041 Sociologists

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Sociologists (broad occupation)

Social Scientists and Related Workers (minor group)

Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (major group)

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Last Modified Date: October 26, 2009