This occupation employs 167,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 181,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 13,500 jobs (+8%).
There are 13,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1350 jobs created from growth and 12,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,800 people are expected to retire and 8,800 are expected to switch occupations.