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Parts Salesperson

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AVG. SALARY

$33,730

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EDUCATION

High school (GED) +

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JOB OUTLOOK

Stable

What To Learn

High School

What high school courses should you take if you're interested in this career? Get your answers from the Marketing cluster Professional Sales pathway.

Beyond High School

Here's a list of programs that you should consider if you're interested in this career:

Education Level

Education training and experience are required at different levels for success in different occupations.

High school (GED), plus on-the-job training

Although retail or parts sales positions usually have no formal education requirements, some employers prefer applicants who have a high school diploma or equivalent, especially employers who sell technical products or "big-ticket" items, such as electronics or cars. Most receive on-the-job training, which usually lasts a few days to a few months.

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Additional Information

Technology is also having an impact on the industry. For instance, vehicle front panels now include digital technology. As a result, something as simple as ordering from a warehouse catalog requires computer know-how.

"It's a profession that had no formal training in the past," says Denise Faguy, a spokesperson for an automotive industries association. "Now more and more employers are looking for people with formal training. You have to be completely computer-literate -- otherwise it's game over."

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