This occupation employs 32,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 36,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,300 jobs (+10.1%).
There are 2,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 330 jobs created from growth and 2,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 900 people are expected to retire and 1,500 are expected to switch occupations.