This occupation employs 68,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 73,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,100 jobs (+6%).
There are 4,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 410 jobs created from growth and 3,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,600 people are expected to retire and 2,200 are expected to switch occupations.