1. CREATING YOUR CAREER GOALS The 16 Career Clusters - Part 1
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2. What are Career Clusters?
Diverse occupations in Health Care:
Doctor or Nurse (care providers)
Hospital Administrator (management)
Medical Researcher (university or company)
Biomedical Equipment Repair
Medical Librarian
Etc.
Have you ever heard someone say they want to work in Health Care and wondered exactly what they mean? Do they want to become a doctor or a nurse? Do they want to be a hospital administrator or work in a medical research lab? Are they interested in maintaining and repairing biomedical equipment or becoming a medical librarian?
The field of health care includes a broad and diverse set of occupations. If all of these careers are related to health care, how are they alike and how do they differ?
One way to define the commonalities and differences in jobs is to organize them into career clusters.
What do these careers have in common?
They are all part of a Career Cluster.

3. What are Career Clusters?
Are a way to organize occupations that are related to an industry.
Define career pathways a person can follow and the knowledge and skills they need.
Link learning in school to knowledge & skills needed for success in college and careers.
Learning is more relevant to career interests and goals.

4. Lesson Objectives In this lesson, we will:
Introduce the 16 Career Clusters
Describe the Career Pathways for each cluster.
Show occupations within a Career Pathway.
Share employment projections for careers in each cluster.
List cluster occupations that will be in demand.
Help you to discover clusters you may want to explore.

5. What are Career Clusters?
Traditional approach to career prep:
Job-specific training (e.g. surgical technician)
What happens if your job becomes obsolete (Surgical Tech’s replaced by medical robots)?
Career Cluster approach to career prep:
Gain knowledge & skills common to a cluster of careers
You can more easily move from one career to another within a cluster – transferable skills
The traditional approach for preparing for a career is to focus on obtaining the training and education needed for a specific job. For example, an individual might spend a number of years training to be a surgical technician, assisting doctors and nurses in surgery. Some experts predict, however, that robots will replace many surgical functions now performed by medical staff.
What could you do if you are replaced by a robot? Would you have to start all over in a new career?
The career cluster approach recognizes that skills learned for one occupation may be transferable to another related occupation, and that career education should focus on teaching knowledge and skills that are common to related careers. Jobs and careers will change as new technologies and ways of working emerge, and workers will need to adapt to those changes.
If you have the knowledge and skills that are common to a cluster of careers, you can more easily adapt to career and job transitions. Career researchers say that you can expect to change your career as many as seven times in your life.
Experts say: Expect 7 or more career changes in your life.

6. The 16 Career Clusters
Developed by education & industry experts working with the US Dept. of Education
The 16 Clusters encompass all existing careers
Each cluster includes:
List of sample career occupations
Descriptions of career pathways related to cluster
Categories of knowledge & skills common to all occupations in the cluster.

7. 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, Corrections and Security
Manufacturing
Marketing, Sales and Service
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

8. What are Career Pathways?
Subsets of occupations within a career cluster
Careers in a pathway are related by knowledge, skills and industry focus.
Changing careers within a pathway is easier than between pathways – share common knowledge and skills.
Changing careers within a cluster is usually easier than between clusters.

9. The Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Career Cluster
Production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing and development of agricultural commodities and resources including:
Food
Fiber
Wood products
Natural resources
Horticulture
Plant and animal products & resources.

10. You may be interested if you:
Like to work outdoors,
Enjoy raising or caring for animals,
Are concerned about the environment,
Are good at gardening or
Like to learn about plants, animals, rocks and soils.

11. Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Career Pathways
There are 7 Career Pathways in this cluster:
Food Products and Processing – Food Inspector, Meat Cutter, Microbiologist
Plant Systems – Botanist, Farm Manager, Plant Geneticist, Greenhouse Manager
Animal Systems – Feed Salesman, Wildlife Biologist, Dairy Producer, Veterinarian

12. Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Career Pathways
Power, Structural & Technical Systems – Agricultural Engineer, GPS Technician
Natural Resources Systems – Ecologist, Forest Ranger, Soil Technician, Geologist
Environmental Service Systems – Waste Water Manager, Recycler, Toxicologist
Agribusiness Systems – Commodity Broker, Livestock Seller, Salesperson.

13. Employment Outlook
Agriculture jobs expected to decline overall due to technology advances
Job growth projected for:
Farm and Agricultural Managers
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Biochemists
Environmental Scientists and Specialists
Forest and Conservation Technicians
Hydrologists
Note: all employment outlook data is derived from the US Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook. Employment projections cover the 10-year period from2006 to 2016.
Jobs in the agriculture industry are expected to decline due to the increased use of technology, the loss of small, independent farms and competition from abroad. However, as more farms are consolidated by large corporations, the demand for farm and agricultural managers will increase. The outlook for job growth is much brighter for the Environmental Service Systems and Natural Resource Systems pathways. For example, the demand for environmental scientists and hydrologists will increase 25% between 2006 and 2016.

14. The Architecture & Construction Cluster
Careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment.

15. You may be interested if you:
like to build things using tools,
enjoy making things with wood or other materials,
can read plans, blueprints or drawings,
are curious about how cities and towns develop or
are interested in how buildings, roads and bridges are built.

16. Architecture & Construction Career Pathways
3 Career Pathways in this cluster:
Design/Pre-Construction – Architect, Computer-Aided Drafter, Surveyor, Civil Engineer
Construction – General Contractor, Construction Manager, Mason, Electrician, Welder
Maintenance Operations – Heating/Air Mechanic, Landscaper, Estimator, Carpenter

17. Employment Outlook Strong growth for jobs in all three pathways
High demand for managers with B.S. degree in construction science and for architects
High growth jobs include:
Construction Equipment Operators
Painters
Welders
Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers.
Architects
Carpenters
Construction Supervisors
Plumbers, Pipefitters and Steamfitters
Electricians

18. The 16 Career Clusters
Let’s see what you learned about the first two clusters.
Which of the following career pathways is in the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources career cluster?
A. Environmental Service Systems
B. Maintenance Operations
C. Regulation
D. Travel and Tourism
Correct Answer: A Environmental Service Systems

19. The Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications Cluster
Careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism and entertainment services.

20. You may be interested if you:
enjoy acting or working on a stage production,
are a good public speaker,
can write stories, essays, poems or articles,
like to draw, paint or take pictures,
play a musical instrument or
enjoy using a computer to create visual designs and images.

21. The Arts, Audio Video Technology & Communications Career Pathways
6 Career Pathways in this cluster:
Audio and Video Technology and Film – Animation, Audio-Video Design
Printing Technology – Equipment Operator, Webpage Design, Desktop Publishing
Visual Arts – Photography, Graphic Design, Textile Design, Gallery Management
Performing Arts – Production Management, Video Editor, Writer, Director, Painter
Journalism and Broadcasting – Journalist, Broadcast Technician, Editor
Telecommunications – Telecom Technician, Cable/Line Installer, Programmer

22. Employment Outlook
Most growth in jobs using technology and Internet services
Growth jobs in Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications include:
Interior Designers
Equipment Installers & Repairers
Telecommunication Technicians
Printing Press Operators
Audio Technicians and Sound Engineers
Video Technicians
Graphic Designers

23. The Business, Management and Administration Career Cluster
Careers encompass planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. Every economic sector includes business, management and administration functions.

24. You may be interested if you:
like to work with people,
are good at organizing tasks and people,
are a leader in clubs or other groups,
like solving problems with math,
would like to start your own business or
are good at earning and managing money.

25. The Business, Management and Administration Career Pathways
6 Career Pathways in this cluster:
Management – Business Manager, Benefits Manager, Public Sector Manager
Financial Management & Accounting – Accountant, Auditor, Budget Analyst
Human Resources – EEO Officer, Human Resource Director, Trainer, Mediator
Business Analysis – Systems Analyst, Consultant, Product Manager
Marketing & Communications – Marketing Manager, Customer Service, Sales
Administrative & Information Support – Receptionist, Assistant, Paralegal

26. Employment Outlook
Administrative, financial, human resource and property managers will be in demand.
High growth careers in the Business, Management & Administration cluster include:
Computer Support Specialists
First Line Managers and Supervisors
Sales Representatives
Purchasing Managers
Customer Service Representatives
Market Research Analysts
Wholesale and Retail Buyers
Meeting and Convention Planners
Advertising and Promotions Managers.

27. The 16 Career Clusters See if you can answer this question:
Which career pathway in Arts, Audio-Visual Technology & Communications is represented by the occupation shown in the picture?
Audio and Video Technology and Film
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
Journalism and Broadcasting
Correct Answer: D – Journalism & Broadcasting

28. The Education and Training Career Cluster
Careers involve planning, managing, and providing education and training services and related learning support services. The Education & Training career cluster includes jobs in education services, corporate training, e-learning, curriculum and instruction, workforce development and other education and training related fields.

29. You may be interested if you:
have a passion for learning,
like to help others learn new things,
enjoy working with children, teenagers or adults,
are patient and understanding,
have compassion for other people or
can explain concepts to others clearly.

30. The Education and Training Career Pathways
3 Career Pathways in this cluster:
Administration and Administrative Support – Principal, IT Coordinator, Dean
Professional Support Services – Psychologist, Social Worker, Counselor, Audiologist
Teaching/Training – Teacher, Teacher Aid, Coach, Corporate Trainer, Professor

31. Employment Outlook
Education Services is 2nd largest economic sector. 11% growth is projected through 2016.
Occupations with faster than average growth in this cluster include:
Special Education Teachers
Post-secondary Education Instructors
Technical Writers
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Network Systems Administrators
Training and Development Specialists
Instructional Designers.
According to the Occupation Outlook Handbook published by the Bureau of Labor statistics, Education Services is the second largest sector of the economy with over 13.3 million jobs. Employment is expected to grow overall by 11 percent from 2006 – 2016, but some jobs will have faster than average growth.

32. The Finance Career Cluster
People with careers in Finance are involved in financial and investment planning and services, banking, insurance and business financial management.

33. You may be interested if you:
like working with money,
are good at analyzing numbers,
are interested in stocks and financial markets or
enjoy a fast-paced work environment.

34. The Finance Career Pathways
4 Career Pathways in this cluster:
Financial & Investment Planning – Financial Advisor, Tax Preparer, Securities Broker
Business Financial Management – Controller, Treasurer, Economist, Tax Examiner
Banking & Related Services – Credit Analyst, Loan Officer, Debt Counselor, Teller
Insurance Services – Claims Agent, Claims Clerk, Underwriter, Sales Agent, Appraiser

35. Employment Outlook
Moderate growth projected for banking and insurance services. Very strong growth in financial and investment planning due to number of retirees.
High growth occupations in the Finance cluster include:
Tellers
Sales Agents
Sales Managers
Securities Brokers
There will be moderate growth in the banking services sector of Finance as banks continue to add branch locations and expand banking services in food and shopping centers. Growth in insurance services is also expected to be moderate. Financial and investment planning jobs are projected to grow by 46 percent as a greater number of people enter retirement and rely on income from investments and retirement savings. Financial services companies will also seek people with training and experience in global finances and investments.
Commodities Brokers
Financial Analysts
Personal Financial Advisors.

36. The 16 Career Clusters
Try another question: An occupation as a Loan Officer would be in which career pathway of Finance?
A. Financial and Investment Planning
B. Business Financial Management
C. Banking and Related Services
D. Insurance Services
Correct Answer: C – Banking and Related Services

37. The Government & Public Administration Career Cluster
Careers in the Government and Public Administration cluster range from working in governance, national security, foreign service, planning, revenue and taxation and management and administration at the local, state or federal level.

38. You may be interested if you:
are interested in how public policies affect people,
want to understand how government works,
are concerned about local and national security,
can work together in a team to get a job done,
get satisfaction from providing a service to people or
are the type of person who generally follows rules.

39. The Government & Public Administration Career Pathways
There are 7 Career Pathways in this cluster:
Governance – Mayor, Governor, Policy Advisor, Legislative Aide, Commissioner
National Security – Infantry, Naval Officer, Munitions Specialist, Intelligence Analyst
Foreign Service – Consular Officer, Diplomatic Courier, Foreign Service Officer

40. The Government & Public Administration Career Pathways
Planning – Census Clerk, Statistician, Planner, GPS Specialist, Agency Director
Revenue & Taxation – Assessor, Tax Auditor, Tax Attorney, Investigator, Clerk
Regulation – Investigator, Code Inspector, Bank Examiner, Border Inspector
Public Management & Administration – City Manager, County Clerk, Court Clerk.

41. Employment Outlook
Job growth in Federal Government – homeland security and replacing retiring workers. In state government, growth will be in public safety and health services.
Careers with growth projections in the Government & Public Administration cluster include:
Database Administrators
Operation Research Analysts
Statisticians
Armed Forces – Army, Navy, Marine Corp, Air Force
Building Inspectors
Border Inspectors
Safety Inspectors.
Job growth in the federal government will primarily be related to homeland security and replacement of retiring workers. For states and local governments, employment growth will mainly be in public safety, health services and other services that were formerly provided by the federal government. Job growth in non-profit and civic organizations will exceed the national average for all jobs.
Be aware that tax revenue and budgetary issues can restrict job growth in this career cluster.

42. The Health Science Career Cluster
The Health Science cluster covers careers in planning, managing and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services and biotechnology research and development.

43. You may be interested if you:
are concerned with living a healthy lifestyle,
derive satisfaction from helping other people,
are compassionate to others with health needs,
like working in teams,
are a good observer and can pay attention to details or
enjoy learning about science and technology.

44. The Health Science Career Pathways
There are 5 Career Pathways in this cluster:
Therapeutic Services – Dentist, EMT, Medical Assistant, Nurse, Dietician, Veterinarian
Diagnostic Services – ECG Technician, MRI Technician, Pathologist, Lab Technician
Health Informatics – Unit Coordinator, Medical Librarian, Health Educator, Coder
Support Services – Biomedical Technician, Transport Technician, Industrial Hygienist
Biotechnology Research & Development – Biochemist, Cell Biologist, Microbiologist.

45. Employment Outlook Health Science facts:
among the fastest growing jobs
7 of the top 20 occupations with the fastest growth are in health care
3 million new jobs between 2006 and more than any industry sector
strong demand in all 5 career pathways
Over 14 million people employed in health care.
Jobs in Health Science are among the fastest growing in the United States. Seven of the top 20 occupations with the fastest growth are in health care. This industry will create 3 million new jobs between 2006 and 2016, more than any industry sector. There continues to be a strong demand for health science workers in each of the five career pathways. Over 14 million people are employed in the health care industry. About 35 percent of those work in hospitals with the remainder employed largely in offices of doctors, dentists and other health care providers.

46. Employment Outlook Some high demand health care occupations are:
Registered Nurses
Home Health Aides
Medical Assistants
Dental Hygienists
Physician Assistants
Physical Therapists and Physical
Therapy Assistants.

47. The 16 Career Clusters
Here’s another question: Which career cluster is expected to have the largest job growth through 2016?
A. Architecture & Construction
B. Health Science
C. Government & Public Administration
D. Business, Management & Administration

48. Topic Quiz!
The next five slides show the Topic Quiz questions for Part 1 of The 16 Career Clusters Lesson. These are followed by five slides with the correct answers in bold. Instructors may use the PowerPoint to show the questions and answers if desired. Pass out a copy of the Topic Quiz to each student to mark their answers on.

49. Career Cluster Topic Quiz
Now let’s see what you’ve learned about the first nine Career Clusters. In this exercise, you will answer five questions about Career Clusters. Circle the best answer on your answer sheet. Question 1 Which occupation in the Education and Training cluster will have higher than average job growth?
A. Counselor
B. Principal
C. Audiologist
D. Special Education Teacher

50. Career Cluster Topic Quiz
Question 2 Which career cluster would the occupation pictured belong to?
A. Architecture & Construction
B. Business, Management & Administration
C. Finance
D. Government & Public Administration

51. Career Cluster Topic Quiz
Question 3 Which Government & Public Administration career pathway would involve diplomatic work with other countries?
Planning
National Security
Foreign Service
Regulation

52. Career Cluster Topic Quiz
Question 4 Which career cluster would the occupation pictured belong to?
Business, Management & Administration
Education & Training
Government & Public Administration
Health Science

53. Career Cluster Topic Quiz
Question 5 Which Health Science career pathway would include a career in Nursing?
Diagnostic Services
Health Informatics
Support Services
Therapeutic Services

54. CREATING YOUR CAREER GOALS
CAREER CLUSTERS
END OF PART 1