16 Career Clusters
Career clusters are groups of related jobs and industries that share common skills, interests, and educational pathways.
Scroll down to complete activities within the booklets to learn about careers in each field.
Career clusters are groups of related jobs and industries that share common skills, interests, and educational pathways.
Scroll down to complete activities within the booklets to learn about careers in each field.
1. Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources - The Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources career cluster focuses on the production, management, and conservation of food, plants, animals, and natural resources. Careers include farmers, veterinarians, environmental scientists, and agricultural engineers, requiring skills in science, technology, and environmental stewardship.
2. Architecture and Construction - The Architecture & Construction career cluster involves designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining structures and infrastructure. Careers include architects, civil engineers, and construction workers, requiring skills in design, math, problem-solving, and hands-on building.
3. Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications - The Arts & Communication career cluster focuses on creative expression and effective information sharing through visual arts, performing arts, media, and design. Careers in this field include roles like graphic designer, journalist, actor, and filmmaker, requiring strong communication, creativity, and technical skills.
4. Business Management and Administration - The Business Management & Administration career cluster involves planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential to efficient operations. Careers include managers, accountants, human resource specialists, and administrative assistants, requiring skills in leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving.
5. Education and Training - The Education & Training career cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing instruction and support services in learning environments. Careers include teachers, counselors, trainers, and school administrators, requiring strong communication, leadership, and a passion for helping others learn and grow.
6. Finance - The Finance career cluster involves managing money through services such as banking, investing, financial planning, and insurance. Careers include financial analysts, accountants, bankers, and auditors, requiring strong math, analytical, and decision-making skills.
7. Government and Public Administration - The Government & Public Administration career cluster focuses on planning and executing government functions at the local, state, and federal levels. Careers include politicians, urban planners, military personnel, and public policy analysts, requiring skills in leadership, communication, and public service.
8. Health Science - The Health Science career cluster involves planning, managing, and providing therapeutic, diagnostic, and support services related to health and medicine. Careers include doctors, nurses, medical technicians, and healthcare administrators, requiring strong science knowledge, compassion, and attention to detail.
9. Hospitality and Tourism - The Hospitality & Tourism career cluster focuses on managing, marketing, and operating services related to lodging, food, recreation, and travel. Careers include hotel managers, chefs, travel agents, and event planners, requiring strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
10. Human Services - The Human Services career cluster focuses on helping individuals and families meet personal, social, and emotional needs. Careers include social workers, counselors, cosmetologists, and childcare providers, requiring empathy, communication skills, and a desire to support others.
11. Information Technology - The Information Technology (IT) career cluster involves designing, developing, managing, and supporting hardware, software, and network systems. Careers include software developers, cybersecurity analysts, IT support specialists, and network administrators, requiring strong problem-solving, technical, and analytical skills.
12. Law, Public Safety, and Security - The Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security career cluster focuses on protecting people and enforcing laws through legal, emergency, and security services. Careers include police officers, firefighters, lawyers, and forensic scientists, requiring integrity, critical thinking, and a commitment to public service.
13. Manufacturing - The Manufacturing career cluster involves planning, managing, and performing the processing of materials into final products using machinery, technology, and skilled labor. Careers include machinists, assemblers, quality control inspectors, and production managers, requiring attention to detail, technical skills, and teamwork.
14. Marketing, Sales, and Service - The Marketing, Sales & Service career cluster focuses on promoting, selling, and distributing products and services to consumers. Careers include sales representatives, marketing managers, brand strategists, and customer service agents, requiring strong communication, persuasion, and interpersonal skills.
15. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics - The Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (STEM) career cluster focuses on solving problems through research, innovation, and the application of scientific and mathematical principles. Careers include engineers, scientists, researchers, and lab technicians, requiring strong analytical, technical, and critical thinking skills.
16. Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics - The Transportation, Distribution & Logistics career cluster involves planning, managing, and moving people and goods by road, air, rail, and water. Careers include truck drivers, pilots, logistics managers, and mechanics, requiring coordination, problem-solving, and technical skills.