This occupation employs 108,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 136,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 27,500 jobs (+25.4%).
There are 20,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 2750 jobs created from growth and 18,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,900 people are expected to retire and 12,100 are expected to switch occupations.