This occupation employs 163,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 122,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of -41,000 jobs (+-25%).
There are 11,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -4100 jobs created from growth and 15,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,300 people are expected to retire and 9,400 are expected to switch occupations.