INVENTORY OF

PROFESSIONS
COPS - R

Grouping of Schools Cego do Maio

Psychology and Guidance Service (SPO)
Academic year 2013-2014

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INDEX

A - SCIENCE (HIGHER EDUCATION) - AREA OF MEDICINE/ MEDICAL SCIENCES __________________________________ 3

A - SCIENCE (HIGHER EDUCATION) - AREA OF EXACT AND NATURAL SCIENCES_______________________________4

B-TECHNOLOGY (HIGHER LEVEL) - FIELD OF ENGINEERING

H - SCIENCES (TECHNICAL LEVEL)________________________________________________________________8

A–SCIENCE (HIGHER LEVEL) + H–SCIENCE (TECHNICAL LEVEL) (SPORTS FIELD)______________________9

L–COMMUNICATION (HIGHER LEVEL)/LETTERS___________________________________________________ 10

L-COMMUNICATION (TECHNICAL LEVEL)

F–ART (HIGH LEVEL)/FINE ARTS______________________________________________________ 12

M - ARTS (TECHNICAL LEVEL)_________________________________________________________________ 13

L–COMMUNICATION; G–SERVICES AND D–BUSINESS (LAW FIELD–HIGHER LEVEL)__________________ 14

G–SERVICES (HIGHER/TECHNICAL LEVEL)/SOCIAL AND EDUCATIONAL AREAS_______________________________ 15

D/K–BUSINESS (HIGHER/TECHNICAL LEVEL)____________________________________________________ 16

J - OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES (TECHNICAL/UNIVERSITY LEVEL)__________________________________________18

N-SERVICES (TECHNICAL LEVEL)_______________________________________________________________19

E–BUREAUCRACY (TECHNICAL LEVEL)____________________________________________________________ 20

C - CONSUMER ECONOMICS______________________________________________________________21

C–TECHNOLOGY (TECHNICAL LEVEL)____________________________________________________________22

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 A - SCIENCE (HIGHER EDUCATION) - FIELD OF MEDICINE/MEDICAL SCIENCES

It encompasses professions that work for the restoration of our physical and mental balance, informing,
preventing and treating people with health problems.

Professions in this field:

Clinical and Public Health Analysis Technician
Tech. of Pathological Anatomy, Cytology and Thanatology
Audiology Technician
Cardiopulmonary Technician
Pharmacy Technician
Dietetic
Pharmacist
Nutritionist
Nurse
Physiotherapist
Doctor
Dentist
Nuclear Medicine Technician
Optometry and Vision Sciences Technician
Radiologist
Radiotherapist
Speech Therapist
Occupational Therapist
Neurophysiology Technician, ...
Some important competencies in this domain:
Understand and make use of instructions that appear in the form of words, numbers,
diagrams or chemical formulas;

Perform tasks that require precision;

Use non-verbal symbols (such as numbers) to express ideas or solve problems;

Understand and express complex information, both technical and scientific;

Avoid errors in the registration process;

Make use of Mathematics to record, inventory, calculate quantities, etc.;

Use measuring or testing equipment;

Make records and prepare reports; ...

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 A - SCIENCE (HIGHER EDUCATION) - AREA OF EXACT SCIENCES AND
NATURAL

It encompasses professions that study and intervene in the natural world we live in, as well as others.
living organisms that breathe, get sick and regenerate.

Professions in this field:

Biologist
Astronomer
Mathematician
Statistician
Pharmaceutical
Physical
Food Engineer
Chemical Engineer
Environmental Engineer
Veterinary Doctor
Professor of Biology and Geology
Biology Professor
Mathematics Professor
Professor of Physics and/or Chemistry

Marine Biologist and Biotechnologist

Marine Biologist and Fisheries

Microbial Biologist and Geneticist

Chemist
Biochemist
Oceanographer
Geographer
Geologist, ...

Some important competencies in this domain:

Develop skills for interpreting instructions that appear in the form of words,
numbers, diagrams or chemical formulas;

Perform tasks that require precision and care;

Avoid errors in the completion of records.

Likes to share their knowledge with others in various ways;

Use mathematical skills to count, measure or make verification records;

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Having an attitude of curiosity and commitment to learning new topics and/or in
reformulation of theories through investigation;

Work in professional situations that require a high level of concentration and

persistence in the activity they are performing;
Learn everything there is to know about the product, material or structure that is being checked or
test

Working with laboratory material that requires great precision and care in handling,
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 B-TECHNOLOGY (HIGHER LEVEL) - FIELD OF ENGINEERING

It encompasses professions that involve responsibility for Engineering, Design, and development of
processes in manufacturing, industrial fabrication, construction and/or transportation of products and goods.

Professions in this field:

Agro-Forestry Engineer
Agro-Industrial Engineer
Agricultural Engineer
Agricultural Engineer
Food Engineer
Environmental Engineer
Automotive Engineer
Biophysical Engineer
Biomedical Engineer
Biotechnological Engineer
Ceramic Engineer
Civil Engineer
Graphics Engineering
Computer Engineering and Telematics
Electrical and Electronic Engineer

Electromechanical Engineer
Electrotechnical Engineer
Physical Engineer
Geographic Engineer
Geological Engineer
Industrial Engineer and Manager

Systems and Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering and Computing
Materials Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Naval Engineer
Law on the Management of Natural Resources
Polymer Engineer
Production Engineer
Chemical Engineer
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 Rural and Environmental Engineering

Information Systems and Multimedia Engineering

Textile Engineer
Clothing Engineer
Animal Science Engineer
Engineering of Telecommunications and Computer Science

Aerospace Engineer
Aerospace Engineer
Agricultural Engineer, ...

Some important skills in this area:

Use logical and scientific thinking to deal with different types of problems;
Make decisions based on information that can be measured or verified;
Make use of advanced Mathematics knowledge;
Understand the principles of Physics, Mathematics, or other related sciences;
Understand the technologies required for the work you are leading;
Plan and direct the work of others;
Working on diverse projects and in situations of change;
Use a specific symbolism to express ideas and solve problems;
Understand and express complex information at a technical or scientific level;
Carry out detailed work that requires great precision;...

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 H - SCIENCES (TECHNICAL LEVEL)

It encompasses professions that involve the observation and classification of facts, to help in achieving
laboratory investigations in fields such as Medicine, Physical and Chemical Sciences, and the Sciences of
Engineering, among others..

Professions in this field:

Oral Hygienist
Occupational Therapist
Speech Therapist
Laboratory Technician
Radiology Technician
Laboratory Technician
Nuclear Medicine Technician
Pharmacy Technician
Tech. of Pathological, Cytological and Thanatological Anatomy

Nursing Assistant
Prosthetic
Physiotherapist, ...

Some important competencies in this field:

use the eyes, fingers, and hands to adjust and operate delicate equipment, manipulate
test tubes and use measuring instruments;
Follow technical instructions, verbal, written or those appearing in the form of maps, diagrams,
etc.

Make use of Mathematics to record, inventory, calculate quantities, or take note of the
material expenses;

Make decisions based on patterns that can be measured or verified;

Use mathematical skills to count, measure or make verification records;

Recognize very subtle differences in external appearance, color, and texture of materials;

Keep records and prepare reports;

Use measuring or testing equipment;

Learn everything there is to know about the product, material, or structure that you are verifying or
to test

Understand and make use of technical or scientific language and symbols;

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 A–SCIENCE (HIGHER LEVEL) + H–SCIENCE (TECHNICAL LEVEL) (AREA
ABOUT SPORT

It encompasses professions related to sports activities that provide greater physical well-being and
psychological, and that can act in the prevention of potential physical health problems.

Professions in this field:

Physical Education Teacher (of basic and/or secondary education)
Monitor of a specific sports activity
Competitive athlete
Fitness Coach
Swimming Monitor
Coach of a specific sports activity
Sports Animator, ...
Some important skills in this area:

Like sports practice;

Develop skills in the area of mastery and physical development;

Show interest in teamwork and the spirit of cooperation;

Enjoy activities that involve the physical and mental well-being of oneself and others;

Show interest in information related to sports practice and lifestyle habits

healthy; ...

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 L-COMMUNICATION (HIGHER LEVEL)/LETTERS

It encompasses professions that involve language skills in the creation or interpretation of texts.
literary or in written and oral communication of knowledge/ideas. It fundamentally includes
professions that are dedicated to the study of artistic, historical, cultural, or scientific values.

Professions in this field:

Book Editor
Historian
Writer

Journalist
Archaeologist
Anthropologist
Art Critic
Translator–Interpreter

Guide-Interpreter
Literary Critic
Museum Curator
Public Relations
Professor of English and German

Professor of Portuguese Language and Cultures

Professor of Portuguese and French

Professor of Latin and Greek

Professor of Portuguese and German

Translator and Interpreter of Portuguese Sign Language

Languages and Business Relations

Some important skills in this domain:

Develop an adequate capacity for communication and written and oral expression;

Read a lot and about diverse themes;

Develop an attitude of curiosity and intensive research about different people and cultures.
cultures, civilizations, etc.;

Interpret verbal communication forms of different cultures, eras, civilizations and convey
this knowledge to different populations; …

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 L-COMMUNICATION (TECHNICAL LEVEL)
It encompasses professions that involve language skills and oral or written communication.
knowledge or ideas.

Professions in this field:

Librarian
Critic (of Literature, Music, Cinema, TV, Art)
Book Editor
Historian
Journalist
Radio or Television Announcer
Translator Interpreter

Tourism Technician
Tourist Guide
Public Relations and Marketing Technician
Writer
Lawyer
Specialist technician in New Communication Technologies (ICT)
Professor
Foreign Languages Professor
Early Childhood Educator, ...
Some important competencies in this field:
Make use of words in such a way that readers and/or interlocutors have a clear image.
the ideas that are intended to be conveyed;

Use logical thinking to analyze written materials, organize facts, and interpret everything
a wide variety of subjects;
Analyze, interpret both historical and current information related to the subject about the
which is being written;

Influencing people's opinions through the use of words;

Develop special skills and knowledge in more than one academic subject;

Write reports;

Making decisions based on personal judgments;

Speak clearly and easily in situations such as interviewing people, disseminating news, etc;

Identify the aspects of a situation that are important and deserve news;

Have knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure and make them a
exact and precise use;…

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 F–ART (HIGHER LEVEL)/FINE ARTS

It encompasses professions that involve the individual expression of creative talents in dance, sculpture, music,
painting, theater and performing arts, etc.

Professions in this field:

Choreographer
trainer
Master
Musician
Actor
Dancer
Cantor
Theatrical Producer

Painter
Sculptor

Stylist
Caricaturist
Illustrator

Architect
Landscape Architect
Urban Management Architect

Equipment Designer, ...

Some important skills in this domain:
Use individual talent to excel in a certain competence or skill;

Spending long hours to develop and perfect talent and, after having achieved a
great competence, continue to practice daily;

Practice calmly and confidently before each hearing;

Understand and apply artistic skills in practice, such as painting, drawing or

to model
Knowing how to move the eyes, hands, body, and feet simultaneously and skillfully;

Strictly follow the training or practice rules and standards;

To use the hands and fingers skillfully to play an instrument;

Adjust to the mental and physical pressures of competition;…

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 M - ARTS (TECHNICAL LEVEL)

It encompasses professions that involve the application of artistic skills in fields such as photography, the
graphic arts and design.

Professions in this field:

Photographer
Stylist
Model maker
Interior Decorator
Responsible for the wardrobe, for the props and
for the furniture of the theater play

Furniture Restorer
Communication, Design and Multimedia

Designer
Communication Designer
Equipment Designer
Graphic and Advertising Designer
Fashion and Textile Designer

Multimedia Designer
Professor of Visual Arts, ...

Some important competencies in this domain:

Apply artistic skills such as painting, drawing, or sculpting in various ways;

Select the best instruments, materials, and methods for the objectives to be achieved;

To have an image of what the finished product will look like from sketches made by a
designer

Choose the most appropriate equipment to express an idea or to create a certain

effect;

Understand and apply artistic principles and techniques;

Do a detailed and highly accurate job;

Understand and use diagrams, sketches, drawings, and other types of instructions;

Use arithmetic to measure or compute the total amount of materials to use and for
inspect a product to ensure that it meets the requirements;...

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 L – COMMUNICATION; G – SERVICES AND D – BUSINESS
(AREA OF LAW - HIGHER LEVEL)

It encompasses professions that involve skillfully defending the client's interests in court and representing them.
it is outside of it. It also includes professions that represent national entities and organizations
defending interests and negotiating agreements abroad.

Professions in this field:

Lawyer

Magistrate
Solicitor
Political Science
Political Science and International Relations
Diplomat
International Relations, ...

Some important skills in this domain:

Make appropriate use of oral and written communication skills;

Ter facilidade no contacto e no relacionamento com pessoas e instituições;

Having a broad range of knowledge in various areas, namely economics, politics,

current events, etc.;

Know how to manage interpersonal and interinstitutional conflicts;

To have control over your behavior and your attitudes;

To be thoughtful and capable of making decisions at certain moments and contexts;

To be assertive and capable of dealing with different people and issues;…

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 G–SERVICES (HIGHER/TECHNICAL LEVEL)
Social and Educational Areas
It encompasses professions that promote individual development and the (re)adaptation of the person to the environment.

social; help to solve problems that affect society.

Professions in this domain:

Psychologist
Sociologist
Psychiatrist
Philosopher
Professor
Family Therapist
Early Childhood Educator

Marriage Counselor
Special Education Teacher
Social Service Technician
Specialist in Education Sciences
Social Educator
Cultural Animator and Community Educator
Educational and Socio-Cultural Animator, ...

Some important skills in this area:

Influencing people's opinions through the use of words;
Develop special skills and knowledge in more than one academic subject;
Write reports;
Making decisions based on personal judgments;
Understand, interpret, and apply legal procedures, principles, and laws;
Knowing how to deal with different types of people;

Dealing with all kinds of clients, juries, and lawyers in order to influence their opinions,
attitudes and judgments;…

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 D/K–BUSINESS (HIGHER TECHNICAL LEVEL)
It encompasses professions that involve high responsibility in organization, administration and
efficient functioning of public or private businesses in departments of public companies or
private and/or government entities. They include finance, economics (micro and macro), accounting,
the management, marketing, and sales/purchases of goods and services.

Professions in this field:

Accountant
Economist
Market Research Specialist
Treasurer
Bank Manager
Administrator
Administrative Director
Lawyer
Business Manager
Commercial Manager
Sales Technician
Marketing Technician
Public Manager and Administrator
Hotel Manager
Management Computer Scientist

Accountant Auditor
Financial Auditor
Administrative-Financial Manager, ...

Some important skills in this domain:

Make use of logical thinking and personal judgments to carry out bureaucratic tasks that
require specific knowledge and skills;

Develop and execute sales promotion campaigns;

Knowing how to deal with all types of people, from leaders to employees, from legislators to
to the general public;

Continuously making decisions based on experience and personal feelings as well as in

facts and numbers;

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Make use of mathematical skills to interpret financial information and to
prepare articles;

Speak and write clearly, persuade others to agree with proposals and do
reports on financial data;

Understand and make use of mathematical concepts with the aim of establishing a system
economic or financial;

Accept full responsibility for managing an activity;

Make accurate records and detailed reports;

Understand, interpret and apply laws and other legal procedures;

Being able to express oneself well during discussions with sellers and/or buyers about the
characteristics of products or services, convincing others about the knowledge and
honesty possessed by the seller;
Know how to communicate with different types of people;

Treat customers with courtesy and respect, even in difficult situations;

Maintain enthusiasm and interest during all conferences (conversations, meetings) with
buyers and/or sellers.

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 J - OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES (TECHNICAL/HEISER LEVEL)

It encompasses professions that are carried out essentially outdoors, in contact with nature. They include the
to care for the growth of plants and animals, to sow and cultivate, in areas such as agriculture, production
forestry, fishing, among others.

Professions in this field:

Agronomy Engineer
Forest Guard
Farmer
Gardener
Veterinarian
Environmental Technician

Forest Technician
Tech. of Management and Recovery of Green Spaces,
Aquaculture Technician
Equine Management Technician
Agricultural Production Technician

Técnico de Turismo Ambiental e Rural

Forest Guard, ...

Some important skills in this area:

Working outdoors in all weather conditions performing tasks that require work
forced;

Make economic and financial records of production;

Knowing how to relate well with other people in different professional situations, such as
control your activities and negotiate the buying and selling of products; ...

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 N–SERVICES (TECHNICAL LEVEL)

Encompasses professions aimed at addressing the priority needs of society through

provision of services in various sectors of economic activity. These professions may involve the
manual work in contexts such as construction, hospitality, postal services, civil protection (firefighters),
the installation or repair of products, the cleaning and maintenance of spaces, etc.

Professions in this field:

Driver
Counter Employee
Doorman (Commercial, Industrial, Hotel, Residential, etc.)
Hairdresser
Domestic Worker
Postman/Postwoman
Firefighter
Beautician, ...

Some important skills in this field:

Wanting to help others;

Easily talk to different types of people to find out what services they want and to provide.
information;

Use fingers, hands, arms, and eyes skillfully;

Speak and write clearly;

Do a wide variety of things and frequently change activities;

Think clearly and react quickly in emergencies;

Use practical thinking to conduct or control operations/actions, …

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 E-BUREAUCRACY (TECHNICAL LEVEL)

It encompasses professions that involve recording, archiving, and sending or dispatching by mail or electronically.

receipts and other records of services provided. They include office work as well as the contact
with the clients.

Professions in this field:

Receptionist
Administrative
Office Worker
Legal Services Technician
Secretary of Management or Administration
Operator
Bank Employee
Bookkeeper
Archivist, ...

Some important skills in this domain:

Follow the established procedures for carrying out records, archives,...

Work with speed and accuracy;

Use Mathematics to record, inventory, calculate quantities, or take note of

material expenses in a business;
Speak and write in an exact and clear manner;...

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 C - CONSUMER ECONOMICS

It encompasses professions that involve the preparation and packaging of food and beverages. It also includes
the production and processing of clothing, other textiles, and footwear.

Professions in this field:

Baker
Bar Employee (Barman)
Pastry chef
Table Chief
Cook
Tailor
Cobbler
Table Employee - Bar/Restaurant
Meat Cutter, ...

Some important skills in this field:

Making use of fingers, hands, and arms, working manually;

Use instruments, tools, or machines necessary in a competent and precise manner for the
work

Measure, cut or work with materials and objects that require great precision;
Visualize the finished product or the operation of a certain system;

Make use of mathematical knowledge to measure or computerize;…

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 I–TECHNOLOGY (TECHNICAL LEVEL)

It encompasses professions that involve manual work in contexts such as construction, manufacturing,
installation or repair of products, electronics and mechanics.

Professions in this field:

Graphic Arts Technician
Machine Tool Technician and CNC Programming
Mechanical Drawing and Construction Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician–Electromechanics

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician

Electrotechnics Technician

Gas Technician
Electrical Installations Technician
Electronics Technician for Sound and Image Equipment (Audio, Radio, TV, and Video)
Electronics and Computers Technician
Automotive Mechatronics Technician
Mechatronics Technician
Footwear and Leather Goods Machine Maintenance Technician
Construction Technician–Site Manager

Civil Construction Drawing Technician

Surveying Technician

Some important skills in this area:

You adapt to new technologies;

Has initiative and mechanical aptitude for solving technical problems;

Install, maneuver or repair machines and equipment, using the procedures and the
appropriate instruments,…

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