This occupation employs 429,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 503,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 73,800 jobs (+17.2%).
There are 43,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 7380 jobs created from growth and 36,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 15,600 people are expected to retire and 20,500 are expected to switch occupations.