This occupation employs 30,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 36,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,600 jobs (+21.8%).
There are 2,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 660 jobs created from growth and 1,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 1,000 are expected to switch occupations.