This occupation employs 125,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 144,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 18,800 jobs (+14.9%).
There are 15,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1880 jobs created from growth and 13,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,500 people are expected to retire and 10,700 are expected to switch occupations.