This occupation employs 734,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 798,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 64,500 jobs (+8.8%).
There are 134,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 6450 jobs created from growth and 128,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 38,300 people are expected to retire and 89,800 are expected to switch occupations.