This occupation employs 14,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 15,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 800 jobs (+5.6%).
There are 2,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 80 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.