This occupation employs 106,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 117,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 10,300 jobs (+9.7%).
There are 11,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1030 jobs created from growth and 10,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,300 people are expected to retire and 6,700 are expected to switch occupations.