This occupation employs 859,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 903,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 44,200 jobs (+5.2%).
There are 35,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 4420 jobs created from growth and 31,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 17,500 people are expected to retire and 13,700 are expected to switch occupations.