Occupation
Standard Occupational Code 2000 Emp 2010 Projected Emp. % Growth Entry Wages Average Wages Entry Level Education Training Top 3 Skills Typically Benefit Eligible YES/NO
Accountants and Auditors 13-2011 630 700 11.0% $17.96 BS Accounting CPA certificate Critical thinking, math, communication YES
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians 49-3011 70 80 14.3% $19.47 Vocational School A&P Certificate Engineering/Technology, Math Technical YES
Architectural and Civil Drafters 17-3011 40 50 25.0% $17.94 Vocational School Computers, Engineering, Math YES
Assemblers and Fabricators 51-2099 280 310 10.7% $8.32 On-the-Job Training Technical reading, Mechanical, Manual Dexterity YES
Auto Service Techs/Mechanics 49-3023 550 650 18.2% $14.04 Vocational School ASE Certificate Customer Service, Electronics, Problem-Solving YES
Child/Family/School Social Workers 21-1021 150 190 26.7% $13.85 Bachelor's Degree License Communication, Problem-Solving, Social Skills YES
Computer Support Specialists 15-1041 200 360 80.0% $19.82 Associate Degree Communication, Computers, Math YES
Computer Systems Analysts 15-1051 230 310 34.8% $26.28 Bachelor's Degree Customer Service, Problem-Solving, Math YES
Cooks, Restaurant 35-2014 420 540 28.6% $7.42 On-the-Job Training Customer Service, Management, Safety YES
Correctional Officers/Jailers 33-3012 650 920 41.5% $11.62 On-the-Job Training Law Knowledge, Psychology, Problem-Solving YES
Customer Service Representatives 43-4051 1,270 1,570 23.6% $11.40 On-the-Job Training Customer Service, Communication, Problem-Solving YES
EMTs/Paramedics 29-2041 90 120 33.3% $10.19 Vocational School Communication, Biology, Problem-Solving YES
Electricians 47-2111 360 450 25.0% $16.97 Apprenticeship Mechanical, Dexterity, Physics YES
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education 25-2021 1,250 1,460 16.8% Bachelor's Degree Education, Communication, Creative Thinking YES
Fire Fighters 33-2011 240 300 25.0% $16.58 On-the-Job Training Mechanical, Health Services, Endurance YES
General and Operations Managers 11-1021 1,680 1,850 10.1% $29.29 Bachelor's Degree Management, Personal Skills, Problem-Solving YES
Heating/Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Mechanics 49-9021 170 220 29.4% $13.94 On-the-Job Training Apprenticeship Engineering, Mechanical, Trouble-shooting YES
Home Health Aides 31-1011 910 1,050 15.4% $11.22 On-the-Job Training Clerical, Customer Service, Medical Knowledge YES
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses 29-2061 920 990 7.6% $13.74 Vocational School License Clerical, Customer Service, Problem-Solving YES
Machinists 51-4041 310 330 6.5% $13.36 On-the-Job Training Apprenticeship Math, Mechanical, Precision YES
Maintenance/Repair Workers, General 49-9042 890 940 5.6% $11.51 On-the-Job Training Engineering, Mechanical, Problem-Solving YES
Medical Assistants 31-9092 240 340 41.7% $9.45 On-the-Job Training Clerical, Health Services, Communication YES
Medical Secretaries 43-6013 170 200 17.6% $10.85 Vocational School Clerical, Communication, Computers YES
Medical/Clinical Lab Technologists 29-2011 130 150 15.4% $17.36 Bachelor's Degree Science, Reading Comprehension, Problem-Solving YES
Nursing Aides/Orderlies/Attendants 31-1012 1,470 1,660 12.9% $7.04 On-the-Job Training Customer Service, Health Services, Strength YES
Police/Sheriff's Patrol Officers 33-3051 640 920 43.8% $17.33 On-the-Job Training Public Safety, Critical Thinking, Analytical YES
Radiologic Technologist/Technicians 29-2034 180 210 16.7% $15.50 Associate Degree Electronics, Health Services, Problem-Solving YES
Registered Nurses 29-1111 2,020 2,480 22.8% $20.49 Associate Degree Customer Service, Health Services, Communication YES
Respiratory Therapists 29-1126 100 140 40.0% $16.20 Associate Degree Health Services, Problem-Solving, Communication YES
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Vocational Education 25-2031 850 1,030 21.2% Bachelor's Degree Certification Learning Strategies, Communication, Education YES
Special Education Teachers, Preschool, Kindergarten, and Elementary School 25-2041 120 170 41.7% Bachelor's Degree Certification Education, Management, Problem-Solving YES
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School 25-2043 60 80 33.3% Bachelor's Degree Certification Management, Learning Strategies, Social Skills YES
Surgical Technologists 29-2055 80 110 37.5% $11.75 Vocational School Health Services, Biology, Steadiness YES
Truck Drivers, Heavy/Tractor-Trailer 53-3032 1,130 1,220 8% $15.13 On-the-Job Training Clerical, Mechanical, Control YES
Water/Waste Treatment Plant Operator 51-8031 100 130 30% $12.28 On-the-Job Training Clerical, Mechanical, Attentiveness YES
Welders/Cutters/Solderers/Brazer 51-4121 370 440 19% $12.61 Vocational School Engineering, Mechanical, Control YES

Labor Market Information
 
Labor Market Information (LMI) is occupational supply and demand information which identifies jobs for potential growth or decline and the effects on individuals, firms, industries, and communities. It provides the body of knowledge needed to understand how the economy operates. LMI data is gathered from a variety of sources to provide insight into how labor markets of all sizes and shapes are behaving. One of the most difficult problems is the selection of appropriate information for each specific purpose. The following occupations are those in the North Texas Region that show the best potential for growth and demand. As a student deciding your future, consider occupations where there will be more openings. The possibilities are endless!