This occupation employs 123,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 134,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 11,200 jobs (+9.1%).
There are 14,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1120 jobs created from growth and 13,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,700 people are expected to retire and 8,500 are expected to switch occupations.