This occupation employs 58,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 61,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,200 jobs (+5.5%).
There are 7,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 320 jobs created from growth and 7,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 900 people are expected to retire and 6,100 are expected to switch occupations.