This occupation employs 308,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 327,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 19,200 jobs (+6.2%).
There are 27,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1920 jobs created from growth and 25,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 7,300 people are expected to retire and 17,900 are expected to switch occupations.