This occupation employs 284,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 337,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 53,300 jobs (+18.8%).
There are 28,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 5330 jobs created from growth and 23,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 12,000 people are expected to retire and 11,000 are expected to switch occupations.