This occupation employs 682,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 588,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of -93,700 jobs (+-13.7%).
There are 85,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -9370 jobs created from growth and 95,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 42,000 people are expected to retire and 53,200 are expected to switch occupations.