The occupational and industry projections for Rhode Island are based on national models developed by Bureau of Labor Statistics which incorporate state specific data – industry employment series, staffing patterns, manufacturing hours, housing starts, and unemployment rates. Projected annual openings include openings due to growth (vacancies created by business expansion) and openings due to replacements (the need to replace workers who leave an occupation). Statewide short-term projections are revised annually and are currently available for the 2011-2013 estimation period.

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