This occupation employs 66,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 67,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,200 jobs (+1.8%).
There are 5,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 120 jobs created from growth and 5,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,100 people are expected to retire and 3,500 are expected to switch occupations.