Unit group 5161

PSOC Unit group 5161 — Astrologers, fortune-tellers and related workers

Astrologers, fortune-tellers and related workers recount past and predict future events in persons’ lives by practicing astrology, on the basis of characteristics of the clients’ palms, samples of playing cards drawn or other techniques. Their tasks include: a) casting horoscopes of individuals at birth or later to recount past and forecast future events and conditions of their lives; b) interpreting characteristics of clients’ palms, samples of playing cards, position of tea leaves or coffee remnants in a cup, shapes and patterns of bones of dead animals, etc.; c) forecasting future events on the basis of these interpretations; d) determining auspicious times for various human activities such as inaugurations, marriages, journeys and religious and other ceremonies; e) giving warnings and advice on possible courses of action; f) advising individuals on precautions to be taken to avoid evil influences. Examples of the occupations classified here: Astrologer, Fengshui, Fortune teller, Numerologist, Palmist, Psychic reader Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Faith healer - 3413, Village healer - 3230, Witch doctor - 3230

Level Unit group
Code 5161
Children 0
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Astrologers, fortune-tellers and related workers recount past and predict future events in persons’ lives by practicing astrology, on the basis of characteristics of the clients’ palms, samples of playing cards drawn or other techniques. Their tasks include: a) casting horoscopes of individuals at birth or later to recount past and forecast future events and conditions of their lives; b) interpreting characteristics of clients’ palms, samples of playing cards, position of tea leaves or coffee remnants in a cup, shapes and patterns of bones of dead animals, etc.; c) forecasting future events on the basis of these interpretations; d) determining auspicious times for various human activities such as inaugurations, marriages, journeys and religious and other ceremonies; e) giving warnings and advice on possible courses of action; f) advising individuals on precautions to be taken to avoid evil influences. Examples of the occupations classified here: Astrologer, Fengshui, Fortune teller, Numerologist, Palmist, Psychic reader Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Faith healer - 3413, Village healer - 3230, Witch doctor - 3230

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Other personal services workers.

Selection note

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Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Other personal services workers grouping.

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FAQ

What does PSOC 5161 cover?

Astrologers, fortune-tellers and related workers recount past and predict future events in persons’ lives by practicing astrology, on the basis of characteristics of the clients’ palms, samples of playing cards drawn or other techniques. Their tasks include: a) casting horoscopes of individuals at birth or later to recount past and forecast future events and conditions of their lives; b) interpreting characteristics of clients’ palms, samples of playing cards, position of tea leaves or coffee remnants in a cup, shapes and patterns of bones of dead animals, etc.; c) forecasting future events on the basis of these interpretations; d) determining auspicious times for various human activities such as inaugurations, marriages, journeys and religious and other ceremonies; e) giving warnings and advice on possible courses of action; f) advising individuals on precautions to be taken to avoid evil influences. Examples of the occupations classified here: Astrologer, Fengshui, Fortune teller, Numerologist, Palmist, Psychic reader Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Faith healer - 3413, Village healer - 3230, Witch doctor - 3230

Where is PSOC 5161 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Other personal services workers.

How do I choose PSOC 5161 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Other personal services workers grouping.