This occupation employs 108,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 114,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,100 jobs (+5.6%).
There are 15,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 610 jobs created from growth and 14,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,000 people are expected to retire and 8,700 are expected to switch occupations.