This occupation employs 33,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 35,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,400 jobs (+4.1%).
There are 2,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 140 jobs created from growth and 2,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,000 people are expected to retire and 1,600 are expected to switch occupations.