This occupation employs 63,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 71,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 8,300 jobs (+13.1%).
There are 7,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 830 jobs created from growth and 6,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,600 people are expected to retire and 4,000 are expected to switch occupations.