This occupation employs 52,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 55,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,100 jobs (+5.9%).
There are 4,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 310 jobs created from growth and 3,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,800 people are expected to retire and 1,800 are expected to switch occupations.