This occupation employs 45,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 45,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of -200 jobs (+-0.5%).
There are 4,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -20 jobs created from growth and 5,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,500 people are expected to retire and 3,500 are expected to switch occupations.