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Minor group 263
PSOC Minor group 263 — Social and religious professionals (2026)
Social and related professionals conduct research, improve or develop concepts, theories and operational methods, or apply knowledge relating to philosophy, politics, economics, sociology, anthropology, history, philology, languages, psychology, and other social sciences, or they provide social services to meet the needs of individuals and families in a community. Tasks performed usually include: formulating and applying solutions to present or projected economic, political or social problems; researching into and analyzing past events and activities and tracing the origin and evolution of the human race; studying the origin and development of languages, or translating or interpreting them; studying mental processes and behavior of individuals and groups; providing social services; preparing scholarly papers and reports. Supervision of other workers may be included.
Practical summary
What this code covers
Social and related professionals conduct research, improve or develop concepts, theories and operational methods, or apply knowledge relating to philosophy, politics, economics, sociology, anthropology, history, philology, languages, psychology, and other social sciences, or they provide social services to meet the needs of individuals and families in a community. Tasks performed usually include: formulating and applying solutions to present or projected economic, political or social problems; researching into and analyzing past events and activities and tracing the origin and evolution of the human race; studying the origin and development of languages, or translating or interpreting them; studying mental processes and behavior of individuals and groups; providing social services; preparing scholarly papers and reports. Supervision of other workers may be included.
Administrative context
Where this code is used
Use this minor group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Legal, social and cultural professionals.
Selection note
How to choose it
Compare the nearby children: Economists, Sociologists, anthropologists and related professionals, Philosophers, historians and political scientists, Psychologists.
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FAQ
What does PSOC 263 cover?
Social and related professionals conduct research, improve or develop concepts, theories and operational methods, or apply knowledge relating to philosophy, politics, economics, sociology, anthropology, history, philology, languages, psychology, and other social sciences, or they provide social services to meet the needs of individuals and families in a community. Tasks performed usually include: formulating and applying solutions to present or projected economic, political or social problems; researching into and analyzing past events and activities and tracing the origin and evolution of the human race; studying the origin and development of languages, or translating or interpreting them; studying mental processes and behavior of individuals and groups; providing social services; preparing scholarly papers and reports. Supervision of other workers may be included.
Where is PSOC 263 used in practice?
Use this minor group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Legal, social and cultural professionals.
How do I choose PSOC 263 over nearby options?
Compare the nearby children: Economists, Sociologists, anthropologists and related professionals, Philosophers, historians and political scientists, Psychologists.