This occupation employs 151,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 156,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,800 jobs (+3.9%).
There are 13,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 580 jobs created from growth and 13,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,200 people are expected to retire and 8,000 are expected to switch occupations.