This occupation employs 121,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 115,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of -6,500 jobs (+-5.4%).
There are 11,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -650 jobs created from growth and 11,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,400 people are expected to retire and 8,300 are expected to switch occupations.