This occupation employs 212,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 211,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,600 jobs (+-0.7%).
There are 14,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -160 jobs created from growth and 14,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,600 people are expected to retire and 7,800 are expected to switch occupations.