This occupation employs 155,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 171,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 15,800 jobs (+10.1%).
There are 18,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1580 jobs created from growth and 16,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,000 people are expected to retire and 10,800 are expected to switch occupations.