This occupation employs 28,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 30,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,300 jobs (+8.3%).
There are 3,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 230 jobs created from growth and 3,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 900 people are expected to retire and 2,200 are expected to switch occupations.