This occupation employs 367,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 392,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 24,600 jobs (+6.7%).
There are 43,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 2460 jobs created from growth and 41,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 16,300 people are expected to retire and 25,100 are expected to switch occupations.