This occupation employs 562,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 723,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 160,600 jobs (+28.5%).
There are 61,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 16060 jobs created from growth and 45,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 16,000 people are expected to retire and 29,300 are expected to switch occupations.