This occupation employs 300,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 316,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 16,500 jobs (+5.5%).
There are 63,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1650 jobs created from growth and 62,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 21,000 people are expected to retire and 41,000 are expected to switch occupations.