This occupation employs 337,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 355,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 18,300 jobs (+5.4%).
There are 14,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1830 jobs created from growth and 12,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 7,500 people are expected to retire and 4,800 are expected to switch occupations.