This occupation employs 202,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 276,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 73,100 jobs (+36%).
There are 20,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 7310 jobs created from growth and 13,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,000 people are expected to retire and 8,600 are expected to switch occupations.