This occupation employs 193,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 211,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 18,700 jobs (+9.7%).
There are 18,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1870 jobs created from growth and 16,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,900 people are expected to retire and 10,000 are expected to switch occupations.