SOC 13-1151
Training and Development Specialists
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ36/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ436,610
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$66K
$38K โ $120K
Projected Growth
๐+10.8%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค84/100
High exposure
๐ก Training and Development Specialists face a risk score of 36/100 โ 8 points below the national average of 44. With 84/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $66K ($20K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 36/100, Training and Development Specialists faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-powered research and literature review tools are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 436,610 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in crisis financial decision-making under uncertainty and stakeholder management in complex organizational settings to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Training and Development Specialists?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-powered research and literature review tools
AI-generated written content replacing manual drafting
Generative AI producing marketing and creative copy
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Crisis financial decision-making under uncertainty
Stakeholder management in complex organizational settings
Navigating regulatory ambiguity and compliance judgment
Ethical judgment in fiduciary and advisory roles
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Present information with a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures.
Obtain, organize, or develop training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials.
Evaluate modes of training delivery, such as in-person or virtual, to optimize training effectiveness, training costs, or environmental impacts.
Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups, or consultation with managers, instructors, or customer representatives.
๐ป Technology Skills
Document management software
Development environment software
Video creation and editing software
Computer based training software
Graphics or photo imaging software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Education and Training
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Personnel and Human Resources
Administration and Management
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers | 16 | $145K | 65% |
| Lawyers, Judges, and Related Workers | 17 | $144K | 63% |
| Business Operations Specialists | 28 | $80K | 76% |