This occupation employs 1,434,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,678,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 244,500 jobs (+17%).
There are 257,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 24450 jobs created from growth and 233,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 102,900 people are expected to retire and 130,400 are expected to switch occupations.