This occupation employs 770,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 791,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 21,200 jobs (+2.7%).
There are 78,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 2120 jobs created from growth and 76,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 23,700 people are expected to retire and 52,400 are expected to switch occupations.