This occupation employs 177,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 190,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 12,500 jobs (+7%).
There are 14,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1250 jobs created from growth and 13,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,100 people are expected to retire and 6,900 are expected to switch occupations.