This occupation employs 189,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 206,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 17,200 jobs (+9.1%).
There are 12,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1720 jobs created from growth and 10,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,200 people are expected to retire and 6,500 are expected to switch occupations.