This occupation employs 191,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 207,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 16,200 jobs (+8.5%).
There are 17,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1620 jobs created from growth and 16,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,700 people are expected to retire and 10,300 are expected to switch occupations.