This occupation employs 24,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 23,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,600 jobs (+-6.5%).
There are 3,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -160 jobs created from growth and 3,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,700 people are expected to retire and 1,500 are expected to switch occupations.