Your JEDI Virtual Education Plan
Programs of Study / Career Pathways and Career Clusters
The JEDI Virtual Course Planning incorporates the Career Clusters into the course selection process. The U.S. Department of Education's Career Clusters are organized into 16 broad categories that encompass virtually all occupations from entry through professional levels. Career Clusters identify the knowledge and skills needed to follow a pathway toward career goals and provide a context for exploring the many occupational options available. These tools, Courses of Study and Career Pathways, are ways for students to group required courses and electives into a coherent sequence in preparation for college and careers. Utilizing the 16 Career Clusters, students can identify pathways from high school to two- and four-year colleges, graduate school, and/or directly into the workplace. By connecting education to future goals, students are motivated to work harder and enroll in more rigorous courses. They become invested in their JEDI coursework and strive to achieve their career goals and become dedicated to their success.
Almost all career possibilities can be found within the clusters. It is our goal that each student will have their own individual learning plan utilizing these career clusters. It is also essential to communicate the learning plans with parents, school counselors and other relevant people. These learning plans are essential in developing career and college goals.
Notes: The Career Pathways are recommendations only and are not intended to direct students away from areas of interest including art, music, theater/drama, Advanced Placement, career/tech ed, etc. You can learn more about the pathways here: https://dpi.wi.gov/cte/career-clusters
Not sure where to start? For an introductory career interest inventory: Career Interest Questionnaire
The 16 Career Clusters
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Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
The production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and resources including food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and animal products/resources
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Architecture & Construction
Careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment.
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Arts, A/V Technology & Communications
Designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services.
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Business, Management & Administration
Careers in planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations.
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Education & Training
Planning, managing and providing education and training services, and related learning support services such as administration, teaching/training, administrative support, and professional support services.
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Finance
Planning and related services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management.
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Government & Public Administration
Planning and executing government functions at the local, state and federal levels, including governance, national security, foreign service, planning, revenue and taxation, and regulations.
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Health Science
Planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development.
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Hospitality & Tourism
Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs such as restaurant and food/beverage services, lodging, travel and tourism, recreation, amusement and attractions.
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Human Services
Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs such as counseling and mental health services, family and community services, personal care, and consumer services.
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Information Technology
Building linkages in IT occupations for entry level, technical, and professional careers related to the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia and systems integration services.
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Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services and homeland security, including professional and technical support services.
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Manufacturing
Planning, managing and performing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance and manufacturing/process engineering.
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Marketing
Planning, managing, and performing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives such as brand management, professional sales, merchandising, marketing communications and market research.
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Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical services (e.g., physical science, social science, engineering) including laboratory and testing services, and research and development services.
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Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
The planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional and technical support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment and facility maintenance.
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