This occupation employs 45,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 47,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,000 jobs (+4.3%).
There are 3,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 200 jobs created from growth and 3,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 2,800 are expected to switch occupations.