This occupation employs 45,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 47,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,700 jobs (+6.1%).
There are 3,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 270 jobs created from growth and 3,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,800 people are expected to retire and 1,600 are expected to switch occupations.