This occupation employs 25,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 26,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,100 jobs (+4.3%).
There are 3,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 110 jobs created from growth and 3,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,300 people are expected to retire and 1,700 are expected to switch occupations.