Education and Training career cluster
Education and Training career cluster
The education and training career cluster focuses on the activities, resources, and locations that provide all kinds of learning services. It includes careers at public and private schools at every level—pre-K through high school—as well as colleges and universities. Occupations at libraries, museums and corporate training services are also part of this cluster.
What’s the role of education and training careers?
- Public education systems are guided by different levels of government to provide schools, develop curricula, and determine requirements for enrollment and graduation.
- Corporate training and development focuses on keeping employee skills current with technological advancements and the increased complexity of many jobs. Online formats and gamification are key trends.
- Public libraries provide their communities with access to books and other media, computer and Internet use, job search help, and family programs.
Quick facts
Average growth
There are about 10 million jobs in the education and training cluster. Most careers in this cluster have an average to bright outlook over the next ten years.
That many students?
The U.S. has about 56 million students in public and private schools. Student enrollment increases from elementary school through college are expected over the next 10 years.
More than just public libraries
There are more than 9,000 public community libraries in the U.S. Libraries are also housed in schools and universities, government agencies, and corporations.
Museums are local assets
Museums support more than 700,000 jobs and serve as a community asset to their locations as well as a major attraction for travelers. There are more than 35,000 museums in the country.
Would a career in education and training be a good fit for me?
Do you want to make a meaningful difference in others’ lives? Enjoy building relationships, and learning environments and experiences for others? Then a career in Education and Training might be for you. Here are some points to keep in mind:
- Public school teachers must pass their state’s licensure requirements to teach. Teacher salaries vary markedly based on region and setting.
- College and university faculty are taking more of a role to help prepare students for their eventual careers beyond their college degree.
- Corporatetraining plays a major role in employee development and job satisfactionat many organizations.
- Libraryworkers often share a love of reading with a desire to help others throughaccess to information.
What are some careers in education and training?
Most—but not all— careers in education and training require a bachelor’s or advanced degree. Click any link to find out more about a career, including typical responsibilities, average wages, employment projections, training requirements, and more.