This occupation employs 201,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 208,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 7,200 jobs (+3.6%).
There are 20,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 720 jobs created from growth and 19,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 8,200 people are expected to retire and 11,500 are expected to switch occupations.