This occupation employs 1,401,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,516,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 115,400 jobs (+8.2%).
There are 133,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 11540 jobs created from growth and 121,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 44,800 people are expected to retire and 76,800 are expected to switch occupations.