This occupation employs 325,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 335,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 10,000 jobs (+3.1%).
There are 29,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1000 jobs created from growth and 28,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 10,200 people are expected to retire and 18,600 are expected to switch occupations.