This occupation employs 120,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 127,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,400 jobs (+5.3%).
There are 18,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 640 jobs created from growth and 17,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,800 people are expected to retire and 11,200 are expected to switch occupations.