This occupation employs 147,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 173,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 26,000 jobs (+17.7%).
There are 22,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 2600 jobs created from growth and 20,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 9,300 people are expected to retire and 10,900 are expected to switch occupations.