This occupation employs 6,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 7,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+7.1%).
There are 1,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 1,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 1,100 are expected to switch occupations.