career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Credit Counselors and Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Credit Counselors | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-2071 | 21-1023 |
| title | Credit Counselors | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers |
| onet code | 13-2071.00 | 21-1023.00 |
| description | Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explain loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans or student financial aid packages. May advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, bankruptcy, or student financial aid counseling. | Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 13 | 21 |
| tot emp | 28,110 | 125,910 |
| a mean | 55,890 | 68,290 |
| a median | 50,480 | 60,060 |
| a pct10 | 38,980 | 39,620 |
| a pct25 | 45,420 | 46,550 |
| a pct75 | 61,760 | 78,980 |
| a pct90 | 77,920 | 104,130 |
| h mean | 26 | 32 |
| h median | 24 | 28 |
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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