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How to become a Customer Service Representative

Customer service representatives typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and receive on-the-job training to learn the specific skills needed for the job. They should be good at communicating and interacting with people and should be adept at using computers.

Customer service representatives usually receive short-term on-the-job training, which typically lasts 2 to 4 weeks. Those who work in finance and insurance may need several months of training to learn complicated financial regulations.

Customer service representatives who provide information about finance and insurance may need a state license. Although licensing requirements vary by state, they usually include passing an exam. Some employers and organizations provide training for these exams.

Source: The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)

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Typical qualifications for a Customer Service Representative

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Customer Service Representative jobs in United States

Flexible Customer Service Associate (FT)
HERTZ3.2
Salt Lake City, UT
$18 an hour
Part-time
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22 hours ago
Customer Service Representative
Fitch Construction2.3
Fairport, NY
$18 - $22 an hour
Full-time
22 hours ago
Customer Service Representative (PT)
Minks Eyelash Artistry2.6
Wichita, KS
$12 - $15 an hour
Part-time
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E-ZPass® NY Customer Service Representative
Paper Alternative Solutions2.5
Endicott, NY
$15 - $16 an hour
Full-time
22 hours ago
Remote Customer Service Reps Kentucky Residents Only
Paper Alternative Solutions2.5
Lexington, KY
$16.50 an hour
Full-time
22 hours ago
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Career progression for Customer Service Representative

Education levels for Customer Service Representatives

Based on the requirements of Customer Service Representative job openings on Indeed in the United States within the last three years.
required level of educationpercent of job openings
High school diploma or GED66.8%
Associate's degree15.8%
Bachelor's degree14.9%
Master's degree1.8%
Middle school education0.5%
Doctoral degree0.1%
High school diploma or GED0.0%
Bachelor's degree0.0%
Bachelor's degree0.0%
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Expected salary by experience

Based on resume data from Indeed users who reported working as a Customer Service Representative in the United States within the last three years.
Years of experienceAnnual salary in USD
0 - 4$22,500
4 - 8$25,200
8 - 12$27,100
12 - 16$28,200
16 - 20$28,800
20 - 24$29,000
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