This occupation employs 35,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 36,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,200 jobs (+3.3%).
There are 2,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 120 jobs created from growth and 2,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,400 people are expected to retire and 1,300 are expected to switch occupations.