This occupation employs 18,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 20,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,700 jobs (+9.2%).
There are 2,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 170 jobs created from growth and 1,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 1,200 are expected to switch occupations.