career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Biological Technicians and Rehabilitation Counselors. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Biological Technicians | Rehabilitation Counselors |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4021 | 21-1015 |
| title | Biological Technicians | Rehabilitation Counselors |
| onet code | 19-4021.00 | 21-1015.00 |
| description | Assist biological and medical scientists. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, collect data and samples, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs. | Counsel individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and vocational difficulties that result from birth defects, illness, disease, accidents, aging, or the stress of daily life. Coordinate activities for residents of care and treatment facilities. Assess client needs and design and implement rehabilitation programs that may include personal and vocational counseling, training, and job placement. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 21 |
| tot emp | 76,190 | 88,930 |
| a mean | 58,020 | 51,260 |
| a median | 52,000 | 46,110 |
| a pct10 | 38,060 | 34,480 |
| a pct25 | 45,380 | 38,700 |
| a pct75 | 66,410 | 59,040 |
| a pct90 | 81,990 | 77,200 |
| h mean | 27 | 24 |
| h median | 25 | 22 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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