This occupation employs 40,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 41,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,200 jobs (+2.9%).
There are 4,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 120 jobs created from growth and 4,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,200 people are expected to retire and 1,900 are expected to switch occupations.