This occupation employs 76,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 88,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 12,300 jobs (+16.2%).
There are 7,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1230 jobs created from growth and 6,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,200 people are expected to retire and 3,100 are expected to switch occupations.