This occupation employs 13,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 14,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,300 jobs (+9.5%).
There are 2,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 130 jobs created from growth and 2,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 1,400 are expected to switch occupations.