This occupation employs 376,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 408,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 31,500 jobs (+8.4%).
There are 54,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 3150 jobs created from growth and 51,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 19,000 people are expected to retire and 32,800 are expected to switch occupations.