This occupation employs 44,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 46,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,700 jobs (+3.9%).
There are 3,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 170 jobs created from growth and 3,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,400 people are expected to retire and 2,400 are expected to switch occupations.