This occupation employs 12,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 12,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 800 jobs (+6.8%).
There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 80 jobs created from growth and 1,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 800 are expected to switch occupations.