This occupation employs 133,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 151,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 17,500 jobs (+13.1%).
There are 8,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1750 jobs created from growth and 6,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,600 people are expected to retire and 2,800 are expected to switch occupations.