c areer c luster nicole october 26, 2010. t he 16 c areer c lusters … agriculture, food, and...
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CAREER CLUSTERNicole
October 26, 2010
THE 16 CAREER CLUSTERS… Agriculture, Food, and
Natural Resources Architecture and
Construction Arts, Audio/Video
Technology, and Communications
Business Management and Administration
Education and Training Finance Government and Public
Administration Health Science
Hospitality and Tourism Human Services Information Technology Law, Public Safety, and
Security Manufacturing Marketing Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
AGRICULTURE, FOOD, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Farmer and Rancher Veterinary Assistant Environmental
Engineer
Animal Systems Environmental
Service Systems Food Products and
Processing Systems
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
AGRICULTURE, FOOD, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
The most unusual career in this cluster is a commercial diver.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a dietitian.
Three facts about this career include:- You make $32,000 to $71,000 a year- You need a bachelor’s degree- Most work 40 hours a week
ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION
Carpenter Heating/Air
Conditioning Mechanic & Installer
Construction Trades Manager
Construction Design/Pre-
Construction Maintenance/
Operations
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION
The most unusual career in this cluster is a water well driller.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a painter.
Three facts about this career include:- Earn from $10 to $26 an hour- Employers usually prefer to hire high school graduates- The work is physically demanding
ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNOLOGY, AND COMMUNICATIONS
Graphic Designer Reporter and
Correspondent Photographer
Computer and Electronic-based Technology
Solid foundation in math
Solid foundation in science
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNOLOGY, AND COMMUNICATIONS
The most unusual career in this cluster is a stenographer.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a cost estimator.
Three facts about this career include: Earn from $32,000 to $92,000 a year Most work a 5-day,40 hour week You need a bachelor’s or associate’s degree to pursue
this job
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
Management Analyst
Office Manager Accounting Clerk
Accounting General
Management Business
Information Management
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
The most unusual career in this cluster is a data entry clerk.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a career coach.
Three facts about this career include: Earn $30,000 to $90,000 a year Travel to meet clients Most have a bachelor’s degree
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Teacher Assistant Middle School
Teacher Library Technician
Administration and Administrative Support
Professional Support Services
Teaching/Training
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
The most unusual career in this cluster is a coach. One career in this cluster that would interest me is
a social worker. Three facts about this career include:
$25,000 to $75,000 a year for most At least a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree The work can be emotionally draining
FINANCE
Financial Analyst Bill and Account
Collector Loan Officer
Banking Services Business Finance Insurance
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
FINANCE
The most unusual career in this cluster is an actuary
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a credit counselor
Three facts about this career include: $20,000 to $50,000 a year for most Relevant programs include psychology, counseling,
finance, and business Dealing with upset or uncooperative clients can be
stressful
GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Compliance Officer Urban and Regional
Planner Legislator
Foreign Service Governance National Security
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
The most unusual career in this cluster is a researcher.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is an activist.
Three facts about this career include: $15,000 to $30,000 a year for activists at small
organizations Education requirements vary depending on the
position Volunteer experience is useful
HEALTH SCIENCE
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pharmacy Technician
Medical Records Healthy Information Technician
Health Informatics Support Services Therapeutic
Services
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
HEALTH SCIENCE
The most unusual career in this cluster is a per fusionist.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a dental hygienist.
Three facts about this career include: $45,000 to $93,000 a year for most Examine teeth and gums visually and with x-rays to
find tooth decay and gum disease Report problems to the dentist
HOSPITALITY & TOURISM
Hotel and Resort Clerk
Lodging Manager Food Service
Manager
Lodging Recreation,
Amusements, and Attractions
Travel and Tourism
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
HOSPITALITY & TOURISM
The most unusual career in this cluster is a race car driver.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is an event planner.
Three facts about this career include: $25,000 to $75,000 a year for salaried planners No formal requirements The work can be mentally tiring
HUMAN SERVICES
Childcare Worker Residential Advisor Fitness Trainer/
Aerobic Instructor
Consumer Services Counseling and
Mental Health Services
Personal care services
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
HUMAN SERVICES
The most unusual career in this cluster is a pet groomer.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a psychologist.
Three facts about this career include: $35,000 to $110,000 a year Assess clients’ psychological needs At least a master’s degree in psychology
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Computer Software Applications Engineer
Database Administrator
Computer Analyst
Information Support and Services
Network Systems Web and Digital
Communications
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The most unusual career in this cluster is a webmaster.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a website designer.
Three facts about this career include: $35,000 to $75,000 a year for some A bachelor’s or associate degree is recommended Work from home or in an office
LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, & SECURITY
Detective/ Criminal Investigator
Lawyer Fire Fighter
Correction Services Legal Services Law Enforcement
Services
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, & SECURITY
The most unusual career in this cluster is a bailiff. One career in this cluster that would interest me is
a child and youth worker. Three facts about this career include:
$25,000 to $40,000 a year for most Some work shifts or are on call The work can be stressful and emotionally draining
MANUFACTURING
Welder First-line Manager Machinist
Production Quality Assurance Logistics and
Inventory Control
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
MANUFACTURING
The most unusual career in this cluster is a tool and die maker.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a cost estimator.
Three facts about this career include: $32,000 to $92,000 a year for most Some enter the field after years of experience in the
construction industry Prepare cost summaries outlining all of the costs
involved in projects
MARKETING
Sales Representative
Office Clerk First-line Manager
Professional Sales Merchandising Marketing Research
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
MARKETING
The most unusual career in this cluster is an art dealer.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is a real estate agent.
Three facts about this career include: $15,000 to $100,000 a year or more Work in offices, but also travel to and from properties Schedules vary and often include evening and
weekend work
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATHEMATICS
Environmental Scientist
Biological Technician Chemist
Engineering Technology Science and Math
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATHEMATICS
The most unusual career in this cluster is an astronaut.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is conservator.
Three facts about this career include: $30,000 to $67,000 a year or more for experienced
conservators Self-employed conservators may work longer hours Most work a regular 8-hour day
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, & LOGISTICS
Truck Drivers Automotive Service
Technician Bus/Truck Mechanic
Sales and Services Transportation
Operations Warehousing and
Distribution Center Operations
In Demand Careers in SD…
Pathways
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, & LOGISTICS
The most unusual career in this cluster is a train operator.
One career in this cluster that would interest me is an auto detailer.
Three facts about this career include: Minimum wage to $15 an hour for most The work is dirty and physically demanding Owners set their own hours
CAREER CLUSTER EXPLORATION REFLECTION
The top three Career Clusters that interest me include Human Services, Health Sciences, and Hospitality & Tourism.
Through my exploration of the career clusters, I was most surprised by all of the options that there are in the career clusters.