This occupation employs 335,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 326,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of -8,800 jobs (+-2.6%).
There are 16,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -880 jobs created from growth and 17,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,100 people are expected to retire and 11,200 are expected to switch occupations.