This occupation employs 1,692,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,995,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 303,700 jobs (+17.9%).
There are 125,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 30370 jobs created from growth and 94,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 31,100 people are expected to retire and 63,600 are expected to switch occupations.