This occupation employs 125,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 133,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 7,400 jobs (+5.9%).
There are 10,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 740 jobs created from growth and 9,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,500 people are expected to retire and 5,800 are expected to switch occupations.