This occupation employs 57,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 59,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,400 jobs (+2.5%).
There are 4,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 140 jobs created from growth and 3,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,400 people are expected to retire and 2,400 are expected to switch occupations.