This occupation employs 973,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,043,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 69,900 jobs (+7.2%).
There are 77,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 6990 jobs created from growth and 70,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 21,100 people are expected to retire and 49,000 are expected to switch occupations.