This occupation employs 21,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 23,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,100 jobs (+9.8%).
There are 1,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 210 jobs created from growth and 1,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 800 are expected to switch occupations.