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The table that follows is divided into sections that correspond to the 10 groups in the Standard Occupational Classification System. Key phrases are used for projected employment change and job market conditions. Use the index beginning on page 48 to find a specific occupation.

Employment data

The table provides a snapshot of how employment is expected to change in more than 270 occupations. For each occupation, it shows estimated employment in 2002, the projected numeric change (how many jobs are expected to be gained or lost) over the 2002-12 decade, and the projected percent change (the rate of job growth or loss). Then, it gives a summary of job prospects and factors affecting employment.

The employment data in the table come from the BLS Industry-Occupation Matrix, except where noted. This symbol (**) marks the occupations that are projected to grow much faster than average or to gain at least 200,000 new jobs.

Occupational groups Occupations are grouped according to the similarity of the tasks that workers perform. The table lists employment and outlook summaries for occupations in the following 10 groups and also provides a general statement about opportunities in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Management, business, and financial operations. Workers in these occupations establish plans and policies, manage money, and direct business activities.

Professional and related. Workers in this group perform a variety of skilled functions, such as teaching, designing, or diagnosing and treating illness.

Service. This group includes workers who assist the public in a number of ways, providing services from grounds maintenance to community safety.

Sales and related. Workers in this group advertise and sell goods and services and purchase commodities and property for resale.

Office and administrative support. Workers in these occupations prepare and organize documents, provide information to the public, gather and deliver goods, and operate office software and equipment.

Farming, fishing, and forestry. Workers in this group tend and harvest renewable resources and manage forests and public parks.

Construction trades and related. Workers in these occupations build and repair homes, businesses, roads, and other structures.

Installation, maintenance, and repair. These workers install and repair all types of goods and equipment.

Production. Workers in this group assemble goods or create energy, usually by operating machines and other equipment.

Transportation and material moving. Workers in these occupations move people and materials.