This occupation employs 25,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 37,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 12,000 jobs (+48%).
There are 4,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1200 jobs created from growth and 2,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 2,200 are expected to switch occupations.