This occupation employs 37,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 39,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,400 jobs (+6.3%).
There are 5,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 240 jobs created from growth and 4,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 4,000 are expected to switch occupations.