This occupation employs 300,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 308,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 8,500 jobs (+2.8%).
There are 25,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 850 jobs created from growth and 24,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 9,700 people are expected to retire and 15,100 are expected to switch occupations.