This occupation employs 298,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 303,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,000 jobs (+1.7%).
There are 30,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 500 jobs created from growth and 29,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 11,800 people are expected to retire and 18,000 are expected to switch occupations.