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Career Clusters

The National Career Clusters Framework is comprised of 16 Career Clusters and related Career Pathways to help students explore different career options and better prepare for college and career. 

The 16 Career Clusters include:

  1. Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
  2. Architecture and Construction*
  3. Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications*
  4. Business Management, and Administration
  5. Education and Training
  6. Finance
  7. Government and Public Administration
  8. Health Science*
  9. Hospitality and Tourism
  10. Human Services*
  11. Information Technology
  12. Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security
  13. Manufacturing*
  14. Marketing
  15. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)*
  16. Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics*
     

*In these clusters, Richland Students can attend the Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center beginning in Grade 10. Please visit the linked resource for more information about the programs they offer.

 

Career Awareness & Exploration Resource Listing

Organized by 16 Career Clusters

 

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources -The Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources Career Cluster focuses on producing, processing, marketing, distributing, financing, and developing agricultural resources. This cluster includes food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, plants, and animals.

 

Architecture and Construction - The Architecture & Construction Career Cluster is focused on careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment.

 

Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications - The Arts, Audio/Video Technology, & Communication Careers involve designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing media content. This cluster along with performing arts, graphic design, journalism, and entertainment.

 

Business Management, and Administration- The Business Management & Administration Career Cluster includes planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions. The core goal of these jobs is to ensure efficient and productive business operations.
  • Pennsylvania Highlands Community College offers both Associate Degree and Certificate programs in Business Management and Business Administration as well as Entrepreneurship and Marketing Management.
  • Indiana University of Pennsylvania offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management, Finance, Management, International Business, Supply Chain Management, and more!
  • See O*NET for careers in this cluster. Business Management and Administration Careers
  • The Commonwealth Technical Institute at the Hiram G. Andrews Center in Johnstown provides vocational training and comprehensive rehabilitation services. This program is offered for this cluster:: Business (pa.gov)

 

Education and Training - The Education & Training Career Cluster includes teaching, educational training services, and related learning support occupations.

 

Finance - The Finance Cluster includes jobs that plan and manage finances and investments. Additionally, finance occupations provide services like banking, insurance, accounting, and financial management.

 

Government and Public Administration - The Government & Public Administration Career Cluster involves planning and performing government functions at the local, state, and federal levels. This cluster includes governance, national security, foreign service, revenue, taxation, and regulations.

 

Health Science - The Health Science Career Cluster involves planning, managing, and providing therapeutic, diagnostic, and health support services. This cluster also includes medical and biotech research.
  • Richland Students can attend the Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center beginning in Grade 10. Please visit the linked resource for more information about the programs they offer, one which is Health Assistant.
  • Pennsylvania Highlands Community College offers Associate's Degree and Certificate Programs in Histotechnology, Medical Assistant, Medical Coding, Paramedic, Pre-Health Professionals, Radiologic Technology
  • Pitt Johnstown offers Undergraduate Degrees in Nursing, Allied Health, Pre-Medical Professions, Biology, Chemistry, Pre-Pharmacy and more.
  • See O*NET for careers in this cluster. Health Science Careers
  • The Commonwealth Technical Institute at the Hiram G. Andrews Center in Johnstown provides vocational training and comprehensive rehabilitation services. The program offered for this cluster: Healthcare (pa.gov)

 

Hospitality and Tourism - The Hospitality & Tourism Career Cluster covers the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants, hotels, attractions, recreation events, and travel services.

 

Human Services - The Human Services Career Cluster relates to human needs like counseling, mental health, personal care, family, community, and consumer services.
  • Pennsylvania Highlands Community College offers an Associate's Degree and Certificate Programs in psychology, social work, social service assistant, substance abuse and addiction technician and more.
  • Indiana University of Pennsylvania offers undergraduate and graduate programs in psychology, social work, counseling and more.
  • Local Resources:
    • Cambria BH/ID https://www.cambriacountypa.gov/behavioral-health/ The Cambria County Behavioral Health/Intellectual Disabilities Programs’ mission is to view a new horizon of hope and recovery, empowering every individual to direct their treatment and rehabilitation in a manner that is responsive to their individual needs and values and which promotes a satisfying and sustainable lifestyle.
    • Goodwill of the Southern Alleghenies https://www.gogoodwill.org/ - In the Fall of 1960, a select group of concerned citizens in Johnstown, Pennsylvania banded together because of their common interest and concern for individuals with disabilities and the lack of opportunities available to them for good-paying jobs. 
  • See O*NET for careers in this cluster. Human Services Careers

 

Information Technology - The Information Technology Career Cluster includes careers related to the design, development, support, and management of computer systems. This cluster involves building, maintaining, and repairing hardware, software, and information technology systems.
  • Pennsylvania Highlands Community College offers an Associate's Degree and Certificate Programs in Information Technology (more specifically in Cyber Security, Network Administration, Server Administration)
  • Pitt Johnstown offers Undergraduate Degrees in Information Technology.
  • Couresa offers online beginning courses in Information Technology.
  • See O*NET for careers in this cluster. Information Technology Careers
  • The Commonwealth Technical Institute at the Hiram G. Andrews Center in Johnstown provides vocational training and comprehensive rehabilitation services. This program is offered for this cluster: Information Technology (pa.gov)

 

Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security - The Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Cluster includes legal, public safety, protective services, and security fields. This cluster also includes related professional and technical support services.

 

Manufacturing - The Manufacturing Cluster involves planning, managing, and processing materials. This cluster also includes related professional and technical support activities like production planning and control, maintenance, and process engineering.
  • Richland Students can attend the Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center beginning in Grade 10. Please visit the linked resource for more information about the programs they offer, two being Machine Tool Technology and Welding.
  • JWF Industries https://jwfi.com/  - JWF Industries designs, manufactures, and integrates metal centric products by growing with the right people, the right processes, the right markets, and the right customers. JWF is dedicated to their employees, communities, and global customers in the defense, energy, and commercial industries. JWF also trains employees.
  • Penn College of Technology offers associate and undergraduate degrees in Automated Manufacturing Technology, Metal Fabrication Technology, and Welding & Fabrication.
  • See O*NET for careers in this cluster. Manufacturing Careers

 

Marketing - The Marketing Cluster involves planning, managing, and performing marketing and sales activities to reach an organization’s objectives.

 

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) - The Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Cluster involves planning, managing, and executing research, analysis, and technical services. This cluster includes laboratory testing, and research and development in the physical sciences, engineering, and math.
  • Richland Students can attend the Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center beginning in Grade 10. Please visit the linked resource for more information about the programs they offer, one being Lab Technology.
  • Pitt Johnstown offers Undergraduate Degrees in Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. 
  • www.tryengineering.org - Lots of great information about careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). 
  • www.careercornerstone.org - Sloan Career Cornerstone Center - features career exploration for careers in STEM, Computing, and Healthcare.  Explore over 185 degree fields and find out about education requirements, salaries, networking, precollege ideas, and career planning resources.  Browse interviews with hundreds of professionals who offer candid insight into their own diverse careers.
  • See O*NET for careers in this cluster. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

 

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics - Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Careers involve the planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods. This can be by road, pipeline, air, rail, or water. This cluster also includes related support services like transportation infrastructure planning, logistics services, and equipment and facility maintenance.