This occupation employs 119,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 122,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,100 jobs (+2.6%).
There are 33,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 310 jobs created from growth and 33,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 14,700 people are expected to retire and 18,600 are expected to switch occupations.