This occupation employs 50,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 52,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,300 jobs (+4.5%).
There are 7,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 230 jobs created from growth and 7,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,500 people are expected to retire and 4,800 are expected to switch occupations.