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Job Outlook Summary
Future Prospects
Employment Demand
Employment Size & Change

This occupation employs 20,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 19,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of -100 jobs (+-0.7%).

Occupational Openings

There are 1,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -10 jobs created from growth and 1,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.