This occupation employs 86,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 93,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 7,400 jobs (+8.6%).
There are 9,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 740 jobs created from growth and 8,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,600 people are expected to retire and 6,200 are expected to switch occupations.