This occupation employs 674,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 700,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 26,400 jobs (+3.9%).
There are 53,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 2640 jobs created from growth and 51,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 15,800 people are expected to retire and 35,300 are expected to switch occupations.