This occupation employs 613,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 720,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 106,900 jobs (+17.4%).
There are 54,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 10690 jobs created from growth and 44,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 11,600 people are expected to retire and 32,400 are expected to switch occupations.