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Career & Technical Education

Cluster Pathways

Career Clusters are career specialties that serve as an organizing tool for curriculum and instruction. The term “career clusters” describes knowledge, skills, and interests that connect with industries, jobs and educational programs.

FRESHMEN entering high school in 2009-2010 will be required to complete a career cluster concentration for graduation according to the local graduation policy (OCS Board Policy 3460).

Orange County Schools currently offers fifteen Career Cluster Pathways. To learn more about Career Cluster Pathways, browse our "Quick Guide to Career Clusters" or the more comprehensive "Cluster Pathways in Orange County Schools" guide.

Try the "Discover Your Career Personality" survey to help choose a Cluster Pathway that fits your interests and talents.