This occupation employs 149,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 158,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 9,900 jobs (+6.6%).
There are 16,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 990 jobs created from growth and 15,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,300 people are expected to retire and 10,200 are expected to switch occupations.