This occupation employs 571,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 611,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 40,300 jobs (+7.1%).
There are 80,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 4030 jobs created from growth and 75,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 31,900 people are expected to retire and 44,100 are expected to switch occupations.