This occupation employs 370,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 382,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 12,700 jobs (+3.4%).
There are 46,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1270 jobs created from growth and 44,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 21,500 people are expected to retire and 23,400 are expected to switch occupations.