career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Social and Human Service Assistants and Software Developers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Social and Human Service Assistants | Software Developers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 21-1093 | 15-1252 |
| title | Social and Human Service Assistants | Software Developers |
| onet code | 21-1093.00 | 15-1252.00 |
| description | Assist other social and human service providers in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care. | Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 21 | 15 |
| tot emp | 424,220 | 1,654,440 |
| a mean | 47,090 | 144,570 |
| a median | 45,120 | 133,080 |
| a pct10 | 33,280 | 79,850 |
| a pct25 | 37,770 | 103,050 |
| a pct75 | 53,040 | 169,000 |
| a pct90 | 63,850 | 211,450 |
| h mean | 22 | 69 |
| h median | 21 | 63 |
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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