This occupation employs 12,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 12,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 600 jobs (+4.9%).
There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 60 jobs created from growth and 1,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 700 are expected to switch occupations.