This occupation employs 53,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 58,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,300 jobs (+9.9%).
There are 6,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 530 jobs created from growth and 5,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,900 people are expected to retire and 3,600 are expected to switch occupations.