This occupation employs 278,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 292,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 13,700 jobs (+4.9%).
There are 50,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1370 jobs created from growth and 49,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 24,500 people are expected to retire and 24,500 are expected to switch occupations.