This occupation employs 123,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 151,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 28,300 jobs (+23%).
There are 11,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 2830 jobs created from growth and 8,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,400 people are expected to retire and 4,100 are expected to switch occupations.