This occupation employs 347,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 380,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 33,100 jobs (+9.5%).
There are 26,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 3310 jobs created from growth and 22,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,900 people are expected to retire and 15,800 are expected to switch occupations.