This occupation employs 180,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 239,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 59,100 jobs (+32.7%).
There are 17,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 5910 jobs created from growth and 11,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,600 people are expected to retire and 7,800 are expected to switch occupations.