This occupation employs 124,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 145,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 21,300 jobs (+17.1%).
There are 13,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 2130 jobs created from growth and 11,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,600 people are expected to retire and 6,500 are expected to switch occupations.