This occupation employs 923,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 961,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 38,600 jobs (+4.2%).
There are 76,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 3860 jobs created from growth and 72,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 27,300 people are expected to retire and 45,400 are expected to switch occupations.