This occupation employs 156,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 141,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of -14,900 jobs (+-9.5%).
There are 14,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -1490 jobs created from growth and 15,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,000 people are expected to retire and 9,800 are expected to switch occupations.