1. C T E is. . . Technical Careers Education and
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2. WORK and JOB
WORK – paid or unpaid activity directed toward a purpose or goal that produces something of value to oneself and/or to society
Work may be paid or unpaid, a job or volunteerism
JOB – work people do for pay at a specific place or setting
EMPLOYER – a person or business that pays an individual to work
EMPLOYEE – Someone who works for a person or business for money (pay)
EMPLOYABILITY – being well prepared to get and keep a job
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3. Seven Work Values
Financial Reward – being able to buy and enjoy the lifestyle we desire
Creativity – creating, inventing, designing, developing products or ideas
Helping Others – also known as Altruism
Independence – being able to work in your own way
Variety – being able to complete many types of tasks
Environment – indoors, outdoors
Prestige, Security, Achievement are also work values
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4. WHY PEOPLE WORK? Money – Impacts our lifestyle
Socialization – Interact with people
Accomplishment – Personal Satisfaction
Prestige – Feelings of Importance
Personal Development – Interesting and Stimulating Challenges
Mental Well-being – Life long learning
Creativity – Solve Problems & Improve Life
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5. OCCUPATION, CAREER and CAREER PATH
OCCUPATION – a group of similar tasks or duties people perform for pay
Examples: Chefs, Firefighters, Nurses, Musicians, Accountants, Scientists
CAREER – work an individual does throughout his/her lifetime
CAREER PATH – group of related occupations that require different skills
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6. CAREER PATHWAYS
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7. Family and consumer Sciences pathways
Child Development
Consumer Economics Services
Family & Human Services
Fashion Design, Manufacturing & Merchandising
Food Science, Dietetics, & Nutrition
Food Services & Culinary Arts
Hospitality Services
Interior Design
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8. Health science and technology pathways
Biotech Research & Development
Biotechnology
Health Informatics
Medical Office Administrative Assistant
Therapeutic Services
Dental
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Medical Assistant
Nursing
Pharmacy
Surgical Technician
Therapeutic Rehabilitation/Exercise
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9. Skilled & Technical Sciences Pathways
Precision Production Trades
Cabinetmaking/Millwork
Drafting/CAD
Graphics/Printing
Machine Tool
Welding
Personal Service
Cosmetology/Barbering
Esthetician/Nail Technician
Protective Service
Firefighting
Law Enforcement
Visual Arts
Commercial Art
Commercial Photography
Building Trades
Carpentry
Electrician
HVAC
Plumbing
Communication
Radio Broadcasting Technician
Television Broadcasting Technician
Mechanics & Repairs
Automotive Collision Repair
Automotive Service Technician
Electronics
Heavy Duty Diesel
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10. Marketing Pathways Marketing Entrepreneurship Marketing Management
Sales & Service Marketing
Travel & Tourism
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11. Information Technology Pathways
Information Support & Services
Database Development & Administration
Technical Support
Interactive Media
Digital Media (Multimedia)
Web Development & Administration
Network Systems
Programming/Software Development
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12. Business pathways Accounting & Finance Business Administrative Support
Business Entrepreneurship
Business Management
Business Technology Support
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13. Agriculture pathways Agricultural Systems Technology
Horticulture Science & Management
Natural Resources Science & Management
Production/Processing
Animal Science
Plant & Soil Science
Science & Management
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14. Technology & Engineering Pathways
Pre-Engineering
(Utah Pre-Engineering Program)
Project Lead the Way
(National Pre-Engineering Program)
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15. THE WORLD OF WORK Industries
Service-Producing Industries - produce or provide some type of business or personal service or intangible products
Wholesale and Retail Sales, Transportation, Utilities, Government, Insurance, Finance
Services--Business, Education, Legal, Social, Health, Personal
Goods-Producing Industries - produce some type of tangible product
Construction, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Mining, Forestry
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16. TECHNOLOGY Take advantage of Your Opportunities—EXPLORE TECHNOLOGY!
Sixteen of the 20 fastest-growing jobs are Technology based— that’s 80%!
Take advantage of Your Opportunities—EXPLORE TECHNOLOGY!
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