This occupation employs 222,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 241,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 19,000 jobs (+8.5%).
There are 32,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1900 jobs created from growth and 30,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 18,700 people are expected to retire and 11,400 are expected to switch occupations.