This occupation employs 125,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 150,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 24,300 jobs (+19.3%).
There are 15,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 2430 jobs created from growth and 13,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,300 people are expected to retire and 8,700 are expected to switch occupations.