This occupation employs 18,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 21,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,500 jobs (+13.6%).
There are 2,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 250 jobs created from growth and 2,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 2,000 are expected to switch occupations.