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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.