This occupation employs 66,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 69,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,900 jobs (+4.4%).
There are 6,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 290 jobs created from growth and 6,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,300 people are expected to retire and 4,200 are expected to switch occupations.