This occupation employs 205,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 229,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 24,200 jobs (+11.8%).
There are 15,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 2420 jobs created from growth and 12,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,200 people are expected to retire and 7,400 are expected to switch occupations.