This occupation employs 19,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 17,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of -2,300 jobs (+-11.4%).
There are 1,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -230 jobs created from growth and 2,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,200 are expected to switch occupations.