This occupation employs 547,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 581,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 33,400 jobs (+6.1%).
There are 47,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 3340 jobs created from growth and 43,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 18,900 people are expected to retire and 24,900 are expected to switch occupations.