This occupation employs 725,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 762,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 37,200 jobs (+5.1%).
There are 50,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 3720 jobs created from growth and 46,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 17,700 people are expected to retire and 29,100 are expected to switch occupations.