career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Food Science Technicians and Healthcare Social Workers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Food Science Technicians | Healthcare Social Workers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4013 | 21-1022 |
| title | Food Science Technicians | Healthcare Social Workers |
| onet code | 19-4013.00 | 21-1022.00 |
| description | Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods. | Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers. Provide patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. May also provide case and care management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare. |
| job zone | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 21 |
| tot emp | 14,200 | 185,940 |
| a mean | 54,400 | 72,030 |
| a median | 49,430 | 68,090 |
| a pct10 | 37,760 | 45,030 |
| a pct25 | 43,990 | 55,360 |
| a pct75 | 60,940 | 83,410 |
| a pct90 | 75,100 | 100,870 |
| h mean | 26 | 34 |
| h median | 23 | 32 |
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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