This occupation employs 3,961,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 4,782,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 820,500 jobs (+20.7%).
There are 718,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 82050 jobs created from growth and 636,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 339,900 people are expected to retire and 296,900 are expected to switch occupations.