This occupation employs 144,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 150,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,500 jobs (+3.8%).
There are 10,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 550 jobs created from growth and 9,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,400 people are expected to retire and 6,100 are expected to switch occupations.