This occupation employs 103,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 111,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 7,200 jobs (+7%).
There are 8,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 720 jobs created from growth and 7,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,900 people are expected to retire and 4,600 are expected to switch occupations.