Career Path Forecast
 According
to the US Department
of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics,
biomedical engineers are expected to have 21 percent employment growth
over the period 2006-2016, much faster than the average for all
occupations.
The aging of the population and the focus on health issues will drive
demand for better medical devices and equipment designed by biomedical
engineers.
Along with the demand for more sophisticated medical equipment and
procedures, an increased concern for cost-effectiveness will boost
demand for biomedical engineers, particularly in pharmaceutical
manufacturing and related industries.
 However,
because of the growing interest in this field, the number of degrees
granted in biomedical engineering has increased greatly. Biomedical
engineers, particularly those with only a bachelor's degree, may face
competition for jobs. Unlike many other engineering specialties, a
graduate degree is recommended or required for many entry-level jobs.
Note: Some resources in this section are provided by the US Department
of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics
and the Whitaker Foundation.
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