This occupation employs 141,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 147,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,700 jobs (+4.8%).
There are 4,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 670 jobs created from growth and 3,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,000 people are expected to retire and 700 are expected to switch occupations.