This occupation employs 321,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 375,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 55,000 jobs (+17.1%).
There are 27,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 5500 jobs created from growth and 21,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 8,600 people are expected to retire and 12,800 are expected to switch occupations.