This occupation employs 848,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 784,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of -64,400 jobs (+-7.6%).
There are 71,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -6440 jobs created from growth and 78,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 28,900 people are expected to retire and 49,200 are expected to switch occupations.