This occupation employs 15,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 16,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,200 jobs (+8%).
There are 4,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 120 jobs created from growth and 4,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,700 people are expected to retire and 2,700 are expected to switch occupations.