This occupation employs 92,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 95,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,700 jobs (+4%).
There are 8,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 370 jobs created from growth and 8,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,000 people are expected to retire and 4,500 are expected to switch occupations.