This occupation employs 225,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 244,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 18,800 jobs (+8.3%).
There are 25,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1880 jobs created from growth and 23,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 10,100 people are expected to retire and 13,900 are expected to switch occupations.