This occupation employs 1,211,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,288,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 76,800 jobs (+6.3%).
There are 186,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 7680 jobs created from growth and 179,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 58,100 people are expected to retire and 121,200 are expected to switch occupations.