This occupation employs 48,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 53,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,500 jobs (+11.4%).
There are 4,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 550 jobs created from growth and 4,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,500 people are expected to retire and 2,600 are expected to switch occupations.