This occupation employs 291,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 323,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 32,100 jobs (+11%).
There are 19,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 3210 jobs created from growth and 16,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,000 people are expected to retire and 10,700 are expected to switch occupations.