This occupation employs 148,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 151,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,500 jobs (+2.3%).
There are 18,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 350 jobs created from growth and 17,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,900 people are expected to retire and 11,800 are expected to switch occupations.