This occupation employs 243,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 256,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 12,700 jobs (+5.2%).
There are 40,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1270 jobs created from growth and 39,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 17,400 people are expected to retire and 21,700 are expected to switch occupations.