This occupation employs 42,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 44,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,600 jobs (+3.7%).
There are 4,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 160 jobs created from growth and 4,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,400 people are expected to retire and 2,500 are expected to switch occupations.