This occupation employs 21,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 22,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,400 jobs (+6.7%).
There are 1,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 140 jobs created from growth and 1,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 700 are expected to switch occupations.