This occupation employs 433,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 467,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 34,400 jobs (+7.9%).
There are 48,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 3440 jobs created from growth and 45,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 17,500 people are expected to retire and 27,500 are expected to switch occupations.