Education

• Both the website Education Portal and the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate that there is no one undergraduate course of study for public relations specialists. People who are interested in working in this field can major in communications, advertising, journalism or public relations. A public relations specialist can enter the work force with either a bachelor's or a master's degree.
  
  

Training

• There is a great deal of competition for entry-level positions in the public relations field, and employers often look for individuals who have a combination of experience and education. Because of this, completing a part-time unpaid internship to gain valuable experience is recommended. In addition, some organizations offer on-the-job training for interns and newly hired employees.
  
  

Job Outlook and Salary

• According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a public relations specialist could expect to earn between $30,520 and $96,630 per year in 2009. The industry is expected to grow 24 percent between 2008 and 2018.