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Receptionists and Information Clerks

Education

A high school diploma or its equivalent is the most common educational requirement, although hiring requirements for receptionists and information clerks vary by industry and employer. Good interpersonal skills and being technologically proficient also are important to employers.

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Related College Majors

Receptionist. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $4,374.00 per year

General Qualifications

Good interpersonal and customer service skills – being courteous, professional and helpful – are critical for this job. Being an active listener often is a key quality needed by receptionists and ...

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Knowledge

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Clerical
  • English Language
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Telecommunications

Most Common Education Levels

The level of education attained by people currently working in this career.

Most Common Education

Schools with the Highest Enrollment for Featured Major

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School
Number of Students
Salt Lake Community College
52,459
Richland College
33,329
Brookhaven College
23,522
Eastfield College
21,934
North Lake College
20,225
Clark College
20,176
The University of Montana
17,742
El Centro College
17,610
Bunker Hill Community College
16,545
Universidad Del Este
15,190