This occupation employs 230,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 236,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,500 jobs (+2.8%).
There are 17,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 650 jobs created from growth and 16,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,400 people are expected to retire and 11,100 are expected to switch occupations.