This occupation employs 241,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 251,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 9,800 jobs (+4%).
There are 30,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 980 jobs created from growth and 29,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 11,700 people are expected to retire and 17,400 are expected to switch occupations.