This occupation employs 441,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 481,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 40,100 jobs (+9.1%).
There are 42,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 4010 jobs created from growth and 38,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 13,000 people are expected to retire and 25,500 are expected to switch occupations.