This occupation employs 11,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 11,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 900 jobs (+7.9%).
There are 1,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 90 jobs created from growth and 1,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 600 are expected to switch occupations.