This occupation employs 11,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 11,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 300 jobs (+2.5%).
There are 1,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 30 jobs created from growth and 1,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 1,000 are expected to switch occupations.