This occupation employs 116,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 120,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,800 jobs (+3.3%).
There are 8,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 380 jobs created from growth and 8,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,900 people are expected to retire and 5,200 are expected to switch occupations.