This occupation employs 18,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 19,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 800 jobs (+4.4%).
There are 1,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 80 jobs created from growth and 1,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 200 people are expected to retire and 1,200 are expected to switch occupations.