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High Priority Occupations

High Priority Occupations (HPOs) are one component of Pennsylvania's industry-driven approach to workforce development. The purpose of the HPO lists is to align workforce training and education investments with occupations that are in demand by employers, have higher skill needs and are most likely to provide family sustaining wages. Combining statistical data with regional expert input allow for a complete picture of the actual workforce needs of the commonwealth. HPOs are job categories that are in demand by employers, have evolving skill needs, and are likely to provide family-sustaining wages. They are occupations that generally require some amount of training but no more than a four-year college degree.




High Priority Occupations Information

resources-image PY22/23 Northwest High Priority Occupations List
This list is valid from August 1, 2022 through July 31, 2023.
 
resources-image Information on How to Submit HPO Petitions
This is the state's webpage dedicated to HPO Lists and Petitions. Please review this information carefully while preparing your petition.
 
resources-image Current HPO Methodology
April 2022. (Sample documentation included)
 
resources-image Current HPO Petition Form
April 2022
 
resources-image HPO List Illustrated PY20/21
updated 3/2/21. This has not yet been updated for the new HPO List posted 8/1/21.
 
resources-image PA IDOL PY22/23
In-Demand Occupations List 7/22/22
 

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