This occupation employs 39,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 24,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of -15,200 jobs (+-38%).
There are 2,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -1520 jobs created from growth and 3,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,900 people are expected to retire and 1,900 are expected to switch occupations.