This occupation employs 171,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 186,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 15,500 jobs (+9.1%).
There are 26,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1550 jobs created from growth and 24,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 9,800 people are expected to retire and 15,000 are expected to switch occupations.