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0. Management occupations
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2. Natural and applied sciences and related occupations
3. Health occupations
4. Occupations in education, law, and social, community, and government services
5. Occupations in art, culture, recreation, and sport
6. Sales and service occupations
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8. Natural resources, agriculture, and related production occupations
9. Occupations in manufacturing and utilities
SKILL LEVEL
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A. University education
B. College or vocational education or apprenticeship training
C. Secondary school and/or occupation-specific training
D. On-the-job training
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56
Registered nurses (Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses)
3012.1
3
A
Yes
Yes
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Registered psychiatric nurses (Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses)
3012.4
3
A
Yes
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