This occupation employs 61,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 68,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,600 jobs (+10.8%).
There are 4,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 660 jobs created from growth and 3,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,600 people are expected to retire and 2,000 are expected to switch occupations.