career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3023 | 21-1023 |
| title | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers |
| onet code | 17-3023.00 | 21-1023.00 |
| description | Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions. | 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 | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 21 |
| tot emp | 92,710 | 125,910 |
| a mean | 78,580 | 68,290 |
| a median | 77,180 | 60,060 |
| a pct10 | 48,250 | 39,620 |
| a pct25 | 60,610 | 46,550 |
| a pct75 | 94,810 | 78,980 |
| a pct90 | 111,790 | 104,130 |
| h mean | 37 | 32 |
| h median | 37 | 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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