This occupation employs 449,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 534,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 84,500 jobs (+18.8%).
There are 48,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 8450 jobs created from growth and 40,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 16,700 people are expected to retire and 23,700 are expected to switch occupations.