This occupation employs 267,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 271,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,300 jobs (+1.2%).
There are 29,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 330 jobs created from growth and 29,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 11,300 people are expected to retire and 18,100 are expected to switch occupations.