The healthcare workforce is a vital part of Michigan’s healthcare delivery system. The analysis presented below suggests a growing demand over the next ten years for healthcare workers in a variety of positions, but most especially in Behavioral Health, Nursing, and Patient Support occupations. It also suggests that many occupations face recruitment and retention challenges; turnover continues to be a critical issue for much of the healthcare industry.

This report summarizes data from a variety of sources to describe Michigan’s healthcare workforce. The key goal of this report is to provide current, actionable insights to assist with crucial decision-making in Michigan’s healthcare labor market.