This occupation employs 334,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 338,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,500 jobs (+1.4%).
There are 22,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 450 jobs created from growth and 22,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 8,200 people are expected to retire and 14,300 are expected to switch occupations.