Title: Describe the purpose of career clusters, pathways, and occupations.
Course: Education for Employment I (Development) (22901-II) > Section: Exploring Career Opportunities

Description should include explaining that occupations are grouped within career clusters and pathways according to knowledge and skill requirements to outline career options.

Note: Virginia’s CTE courses have been placed within a structure of 17 career clusters recognized by the Virginia Department of Education. Each cluster is subdivided into various pathways and occupations.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the benefit of having an alternate career path, and how does this relate to the career clusters?
- What career cluster is compatible with your personality? Why?
- Why would an understanding of one’s pathway help a student secure resources and take advantage of career opportunities?