Also Called: Geographic Information System Analyst (GIS Analyst), Geographic Information Systems Analyst (GIS Analyst), Geographic Information Systems Technician (GIS Technician), GIS Specialist (Geographic Information Systems Specialist)
Assist scientists or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
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High School Diploma or Equivalent
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Post-secondary, non-degree
Job Training MatchSurveying & Mapping Technicians
Associate's Degree
Geographic Information Systems Technologists & Technicians Currently Selected
Bachelor's Degree
Remote Sensing Scientists & Technologists
Advanced Degree
There are currently no advanced training opportunities for this career.
Alcorn State University
Alcorn State, MS
American River College
Sacramento, CA
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