This occupation employs 128,699 people now, and is projected to grow to 111,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of -17,000 jobs (+-13.2%).
There are 11,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -1700 jobs created from growth and 13,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 7,500 people are expected to retire and 6,200 are expected to switch occupations.