This occupation employs 503,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 549,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 46,100 jobs (+9.2%).
There are 58,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 4610 jobs created from growth and 53,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 21,500 people are expected to retire and 32,000 are expected to switch occupations.