Education & Training

Career Cluster: Human Services

Career Pathway:
Education & Training

Embark on a fulfilling career in Education and Training, where you'll inspire and shape the minds of the future. As an educator, you'll create engaging lesson plans, foster a positive learning environment, and guide students through their academic journey. With opportunities ranging from classroom teaching to instructional design, this pathway allows you to make a lasting impact on individuals and communities through the power of knowledge and education.

Potential Course Sequence

*ICCSD Graduation Requirements

View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions

Career-Related Electives

• Public Speaking

• Sociology

• Psychology

• AP Human Geography

• World Languages

• Computer Applications

• Creative Writing

• Personal Wellness & Fitness

*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.

Career-Related Activities

• Science Olympiad

• Math/Physics Club

• Quiz Bowl

• 3-2-1 Knowledge Masters

• Best Buddies

• Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)

• Educators Rising

Internship Experiences

• Career Inspire

• Kirkwood Career Caravan

• Internships: Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection

• Job Shadows: Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection

• Internship Experience 1, 2 and 3 in a related field

College Admission Requirements

See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.

Potential College Programs

• Early Childhood Education

• Elementary Education

• Secondary Education

• Human Services

Future
Careers

• Administrators & Superintendents

• Preschool & Child Care Program Directors

• Elementary Teacher

• Secondary Teacher

• Higher Ed Professor

• Early Childhood Teachers

• Instructional Coaches

Community Partnerships

• Education Connection

• Frog Hollow

• Coralville Children’s Museum

• Iowa City Schools

• Love-A-Lot Early Childhood

• North Liberty Library

• Regina

• Sensory Kids

• ChildServe