This occupation employs 584,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 619,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 34,300 jobs (+5.9%).
There are 48,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 3430 jobs created from growth and 45,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 13,400 people are expected to retire and 31,800 are expected to switch occupations.