This occupation employs 165,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 171,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,300 jobs (+3.8%).
There are 17,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 630 jobs created from growth and 16,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 7,700 people are expected to retire and 8,800 are expected to switch occupations.