PSOC Unit group 2636 — Religious professionals

Religious professionals function as perpetuators of sacred traditions, practices and beliefs. They conduct religious services, celebrate or administer the rites of a religious faith or denomination, provide spiritual and moral guidance and perform other functions associated with the practice of a religion. Their tasks include: a) perpetuating sacred traditions, practices and beliefs; b) conducting religious services, rites and ceremonies; c) undertaking various administrative and social duties, including participating in committees and meetings of religious organizations; d) providing spiritual and moral guidance in accordance with the religion professed; e) propagating religious doctrines in own country or abroad; f) preparing religious sermons and preachings; g) developing and directing study courses and religious education programmes; h) counselling individuals regarding interpersonal, health, financial, and religious problems; i) scheduling and participating in special events such as camps, conferences, seminars, and retreats. Examples of the occupations classified here: Rabbi, Chaplain, Imam, Religion minister, Missionaries, Pastor, Priest Some related occupation classified elsewhere: Lay preacher - 3413, Lay ministers - 3413, Parish workers - 3413, Monks - 3413, Nuns - 3413

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Social and religious professionals.

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Social and religious professionals grouping.