This occupation employs 837,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 975,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 138,300 jobs (+16.5%).
There are 75,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 13830 jobs created from growth and 61,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 21,600 people are expected to retire and 39,600 are expected to switch occupations.