This occupation employs 18,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 19,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,000 jobs (+5.3%).
There are 1,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 100 jobs created from growth and 1,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 1,300 are expected to switch occupations.