This occupation employs 37,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 39,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,300 jobs (+3.5%).
There are 1,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 130 jobs created from growth and 900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 200 are expected to switch occupations.