Employment of personal care and service occupations is projected to grow 17 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations, which will result in about 1.2 million new jobs. Personal care aides are expected to account for about 7 out of 10 of these new jobs. Personal care aides, which are included in the same profile as home health aides, assist clients with daily living activities and demand for their services are expected to grow as the elderly population increases.
Personal care and service occupations had a median annual wage of $24,420 in May 2018, which is lower than the median annual wage for all occupations of $38,640.
| OCCUPATION | JOB SUMMARY | ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATION  |
2018 MEDIAN PAY |
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Animal Care and Service Workers |
Animal care and service workers attend to animals. |
High school diploma or equivalent | $23,950 |
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Barbers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists |
Barbers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists provide haircutting, hairstyling, and a range of other beauty services. |
Postsecondary nondegree award | $24,830 |
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Childcare Workers |
Childcare workers attend to the basic needs of children, such as dressing, bathing, feeding, and overseeing play. |
High school diploma or equivalent | $23,240 |
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Fitness Trainers and Instructors |
Fitness trainers and instructors lead, instruct, and motivate individuals or groups in exercise activities. |
High school diploma or equivalent | $39,820 |
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Funeral Service Workers |
Funeral service workers organize and manage the details of a funeral. |
Associate’s degree | $57,580 |
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Gaming Services Workers |
Gaming services workers serve customers in gambling establishments, such as casinos or racetracks. |
High school diploma or equivalent | $22,810 |
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Manicurists and Pedicurists |
Manicurists and pedicurists clean, shape, and beautify fingernails and toenails. |
Postsecondary nondegree award | $24,330 |
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Recreation Workers |
Recreation workers design and lead activities to help people stay active, improve fitness, and have fun. |
High school diploma or equivalent | $25,060 |
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Skincare Specialists |
Skincare specialists cleanse and beautify the face and body to enhance a person’s appearance. |
Postsecondary nondegree award | $31,290 |
Last Modified Date:
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
