This occupation employs 195,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 206,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 10,800 jobs (+5.5%).
There are 28,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1080 jobs created from growth and 27,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 14,200 people are expected to retire and 13,600 are expected to switch occupations.