This occupation employs 364,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 425,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 60,600 jobs (+16.6%).
There are 75,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 6060 jobs created from growth and 69,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 23,900 people are expected to retire and 45,800 are expected to switch occupations.