This occupation employs 267,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 273,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,600 jobs (+2.5%).
There are 21,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 660 jobs created from growth and 20,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,300 people are expected to retire and 14,200 are expected to switch occupations.