This occupation employs 187,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 202,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 15,500 jobs (+8.3%).
There are 24,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1550 jobs created from growth and 23,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,900 people are expected to retire and 16,100 are expected to switch occupations.