This occupation employs 903,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 978,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 74,900 jobs (+8.3%).
There are 88,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 7490 jobs created from growth and 81,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 24,700 people are expected to retire and 56,300 are expected to switch occupations.