This occupation employs 34,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 38,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,300 jobs (+12.7%).
There are 2,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 430 jobs created from growth and 2,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,100 people are expected to retire and 1,100 are expected to switch occupations.