This occupation employs 44,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 33,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of -11,300 jobs (+-25.2%).
There are 2,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -1130 jobs created from growth and 3,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,600 people are expected to retire and 2,200 are expected to switch occupations.