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Target Population

The group of people served by the program or intervention under study

Age-related target populations are defined by how old members of a group are. These populations include youth, adults, and older workers.

Conditions that make it harder for a person to find employment than for the average person

A person’s connection to the labor force. Other categories will be added as they are studied.

The social characteristics associated with a person’s sex. Other categories will be added as they are studied.

Features of occupations, such as the industry or sector the occupation is in, or whether a union represents the occupation, that allow for grouping occupations. Other characteristics will be added as they are studied.

A person’s racial groups or linguistic or cultural groups of origin. Other categories will be added as they are studied.

The amount of training, knowledge, or education a worker possesses

Groups defined by a specific characteristic, such as skill level, disability status, or veteran status. Other categories will be added as they are studied.