1. Scott Hess Division of Discretionary Programs & Innovative Group OVAE
Career Clusters
Scott Hess Division of Discretionary Programs & Innovative Group OVAE

2. Career Clusters - What are They?
“An organizing tool defining CTE using 16 broad clusters of occupations and over 80 pathways with validated standards that ensure opportunities for all students regardless of their career goals and interests.”

3. 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 Sales and Service
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

4. Career Cluster Knowledge and Skills
Academic Foundations
Communications
Problem Solving/Critical Thinking
Systems
Information Technology/Applications
Safety, Health and Environmental
Leadership and Teamwork
Ethics and Legal Responsibilities
Employability and Career Development
Technical Skills

5. Benefits of Using Clusters as an Organizing Tool
For Program People:
Defines CTE
Provides Consistency
Aligns with New Proposed Perkins Legislation
Common Resource for Employer and Postsecondary Based Standards
Assessments/Certifications
Transportability
Sharing and Collaboration
ACRN/ Guidance and Counseling
Supply and Demand
Program Planning

6. Benefits of Using Clusters as an Organizing Tool
For Data People:
Easy to Crosswalk
Consistency – From School to School and State to State
Common Definitions for Completer and Concentrator
Local, State and National Comparable Data