What are career clusters?
The U.S. Department of Education has established 16 Career Clusters that reflect a new direction for education. Each cluster consists of all entry-level through professional-level occupations in a broad industry area. Each cluster includes both the academic and technical skills and knowledge needed for further education and careers. Clusters provide an ideal organizing tool to assist educators, counselors and parents in their work with students to identify their interests and future goals. For more information, visit the Career Clusters website.
