career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Forensic Science Technicians and Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Forensic Science Technicians | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4092 | 21-1023 |
| title | Forensic Science Technicians | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers |
| onet code | 19-4092.00 | 21-1023.00 |
| description | Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. | 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 | 19 | 21 |
| tot emp | 19,450 | 125,910 |
| a mean | 75,260 | 68,290 |
| a median | 67,440 | 60,060 |
| a pct10 | 45,560 | 39,620 |
| a pct25 | 53,310 | 46,550 |
| a pct75 | 88,710 | 78,980 |
| a pct90 | 110,710 | 104,130 |
| h mean | 36 | 32 |
| h median | 32 | 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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