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Metabolic Equivalent of Task Values for Activities in American Time Use Survey and 2002 Census Occupational Classification System

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Table 13: Activity codes & MET values assigned to healthcare support occupations

Management Occupation Title from 2002 Census Occupational Classification System2002 Census CodeAssigned Activity CodesAssigned MET Values
Nursing, psychiatric, and home health aides3600113.0
Occupational therapist assistants and aides361032.0
Physical therapist assistants and aides362053.0
Massage therapists363074.0
Dental assistants364032.0
Medical assistants and other healthcare support occupations3650113.0

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Last Updated: 19 Aug, 2024