This occupation employs 366,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 370,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,300 jobs (+1.2%).
There are 37,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 430 jobs created from growth and 36,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 11,600 people are expected to retire and 25,300 are expected to switch occupations.