This occupation employs 21,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 23,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,200 jobs (+10.4%).
There are 1,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 220 jobs created from growth and 1,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 700 are expected to switch occupations.