This occupation employs 59,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 63,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,600 jobs (+7.8%).
There are 5,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 460 jobs created from growth and 5,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,800 people are expected to retire and 2,500 are expected to switch occupations.