THE CAREER CENTER LEARNING ADVENTURES
Explore Career Pathways
The Career Center is a show where real teens explore the opportunities in their future and the paths available to find their dream career.
The program is hosted by a career counselor and walks teens through the process of exploring careers and career pathways. Segments include:
- Career Exploration: Meet professionals who represent different facets of the career track or cluster and learn about the diversity of jobs available and skills needed.
- 21st Century Skills: Communication, critical thinking, digital skills…. they’re needed in every job! Short segments help job seekers build skills and build their resume.
- Career Pathways: From apprenticeship programs and bootcamps to university and community college programs, find multiple paths to pursuing your dreams.
Segments in The Series
Perfect for teaching or for self-guided exploration, use these short videos to learn about careers and skills that will help students excel.
Lessons
The Career Center
6th-8th Grade Lessons
101
Early Childhood Education Careers
Children do an incredible amount of learning in the first five years of their lives -- and early childhood professionals help...
Educational Video
Educational Video 101
Early Childhood Education Careers
Careers
Children do an incredible amount of learning in the first five years of their lives -- and early childhood professionals help them along the way. Tens of thousands of jobs in early childhood are open each year. Learn about careers in early childhood education in The Career Center.
Segments in This Episode
Introduction to 21st Century Skills
PBS KIDS Career Chat with Erica Colon
Teens for Tots in L’Anse Creuse, Michigan
On the Job at Heartfelt Impressions Learning
Early Childhood with Oakland County Great Start Collaboraive
102
Careers in Sports and Athletics
How can you turn a passion for sports into a career? In the Career Center we’ll learn about careers in sports and...
Educational Video
Educational Video 102
Careers in Sports and Athletics
Career Profiles
Careers
Careers>Career Profiles
How can you turn a passion for sports into a career? In the Career Center we’ll learn about careers in sports and athletics outside the court. We’ll go On the Job with a gym making an impact, and we’ll learn about how a passion for sports can lead to a great career in broadcasting.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Flexibility
Great Lakes Broadcast and Sports Media Academy
On the Job With Inclusively Fit
103
Careers in Building Trades
In this episode of The Career Center, we explore job opportunities in the construction and building trades, go on-the-job with an...
Educational Video
Educational Video 103
Careers in Building Trades
Careers
In this episode of The Career Center, we explore job opportunities in the construction and building trades, go on-the-job with an electrician, learn about a carpentry training program for teens, and share tips to increase your productivity.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Productivity
Construction Overview - CareerOneStop
On the Job With Motor City Electric
High Schoolers Learn Carpentry - One Detroit
104
Transportation Jobs
We explore career opportunities in transportation, go on-the-job with a heavy equipment operator, and learn about opportunities in aviation maintenance. Plus,...
Educational Video
Educational Video 104
Transportation Jobs
Careers
We explore career opportunities in transportation, go on-the-job with a heavy equipment operator, and learn about opportunities in aviation maintenance. Plus, tips to help you improve communication. Hosted by Andrea Pisani, with appearances by Paige and Brooke.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Communication
On the Job with Operating Engineers - Local 324
Transportation Distribution and Logistics Overview - CareerOneStop
Logistics Managers - CareerOneStop
Intelligent Transportation Systems - Michigan DOT
105
High-Tech Manufacturing Careers
Careers in manufacturing are on the rise, and they look a lot different than the assembly lines we saw in the...
Educational Video
Educational Video 105
High-Tech Manufacturing Careers
Careers
Careers in manufacturing are on the rise, and they look a lot different than the assembly lines we saw in the past. Manufacturing has gone high tech. Learn about manufacturing in space with NASA, and go on the job with a company that specializes in 3D printing on The Career Center.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Technology Literacy
On the Job with Voxeljet
Niki Werkheiser, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Michigan’s Manufactured Product Incubator
106
Healthcare Careers
In this episode of The Career Center, we explore job opportunities in healthcare, go on-the-job with a nurse, and learn about...
Educational Video
Educational Video 106
Healthcare Careers
Careers
In this episode of The Career Center, we explore job opportunities in healthcare, go on-the-job with a nurse, and learn about a career training program for aspiring dental hygienists. Plus, a primer on a skill every healthcare professional must master.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Collaboration
Healthcare Overview - CareerOneStop
Physical Therapists - CareerOneStop
Career Chat With a Neurologist
On the Job With EMU School of Nursing
107
Careers in Public Service
Careers in public service make an impact. In the Career Center we are going On the Job in a local community...
Educational Video
Educational Video 107
Careers in Public Service
Careers
Careers in public service make an impact. In the Career Center we are going On the Job in a local community to see what working in public service is all about. Then, we visit the the University of Michigan to learn about the career pathway and outlook for students looking to work in public service.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Social Skills
On the Job with the City of Ferndale
Career Pathways - Public Service
Career Chat - Executive Director of BridgeDetroit
The Career Center
9th-12th Grade Lessons
101
Early Childhood Education Careers
Children do an incredible amount of learning in the first five years of their lives -- and early childhood professionals help...
Educational Video
Educational Video 101
Early Childhood Education Careers
Careers
Children do an incredible amount of learning in the first five years of their lives -- and early childhood professionals help them along the way. Tens of thousands of jobs in early childhood are open each year. Learn about careers in early childhood education in The Career Center.
Segments in This Episode
Introduction to 21st Century Skills
PBS KIDS Career Chat with Erica Colon
Teens for Tots in L’Anse Creuse, Michigan
On the Job at Heartfelt Impressions Learning
Early Childhood with Oakland County Great Start Collaboraive
102
Careers in Sports and Athletics
How can you turn a passion for sports into a career? In the Career Center we’ll learn about careers in sports and...
Educational Video
Educational Video 102
Careers in Sports and Athletics
Career Profiles
Careers
Careers>Career Profiles
How can you turn a passion for sports into a career? In the Career Center we’ll learn about careers in sports and athletics outside the court. We’ll go On the Job with a gym making an impact, and we’ll learn about how a passion for sports can lead to a great career in broadcasting.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Flexibility
Great Lakes Broadcast and Sports Media Academy
On the Job With Inclusively Fit
103
Careers in Building Trades
In this episode of The Career Center, we explore job opportunities in the construction and building trades, go on-the-job with an...
Educational Video
Educational Video 103
Careers in Building Trades
Careers
In this episode of The Career Center, we explore job opportunities in the construction and building trades, go on-the-job with an electrician, learn about a carpentry training program for teens, and share tips to increase your productivity.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Productivity
Construction Overview - CareerOneStop
On the Job With Motor City Electric
High Schoolers Learn Carpentry - One Detroit
104
Transportation Jobs
We explore career opportunities in transportation, go on-the-job with a heavy equipment operator, and learn about opportunities in aviation maintenance. Plus,...
Educational Video
Educational Video 104
Transportation Jobs
Careers
We explore career opportunities in transportation, go on-the-job with a heavy equipment operator, and learn about opportunities in aviation maintenance. Plus, tips to help you improve communication. Hosted by Andrea Pisani, with appearances by Paige and Brooke.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Communication
On the Job with Operating Engineers - Local 324
Transportation Distribution and Logistics Overview - CareerOneStop
Logistics Managers - CareerOneStop
Intelligent Transportation Systems - Michigan DOT
105
High-Tech Manufacturing Careers
Careers in manufacturing are on the rise, and they look a lot different than the assembly lines we saw in the...
Educational Video
Educational Video 105
High-Tech Manufacturing Careers
Careers
Careers in manufacturing are on the rise, and they look a lot different than the assembly lines we saw in the past. Manufacturing has gone high tech. Learn about manufacturing in space with NASA, and go on the job with a company that specializes in 3D printing on The Career Center.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Technology Literacy
On the Job with Voxeljet
Niki Werkheiser, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Michigan’s Manufactured Product Incubator
106
Healthcare Careers
In this episode of The Career Center, we explore job opportunities in healthcare, go on-the-job with a nurse, and learn about...
Educational Video
Educational Video 106
Healthcare Careers
Careers
In this episode of The Career Center, we explore job opportunities in healthcare, go on-the-job with a nurse, and learn about a career training program for aspiring dental hygienists. Plus, a primer on a skill every healthcare professional must master.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Collaboration
Healthcare Overview - CareerOneStop
Physical Therapists - CareerOneStop
Career Chat With a Neurologist
On the Job With EMU School of Nursing
107
Careers in Public Service
Careers in public service make an impact. In the Career Center we are going On the Job in a local community...
Educational Video
Educational Video 107
Careers in Public Service
Careers
Careers in public service make an impact. In the Career Center we are going On the Job in a local community to see what working in public service is all about. Then, we visit the the University of Michigan to learn about the career pathway and outlook for students looking to work in public service.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Social Skills
On the Job with the City of Ferndale
Career Pathways - Public Service
Career Chat - Executive Director of BridgeDetroit
108
Automotive Careers
Over 180,000 people in Michigan are employed in automotive manufacturing alone. But it isn’t just manufacturing, there are automotive careers in engineering,...
Educational Video
Educational Video 108
Automotive Careers
Over 180,000 people in Michigan are employed in automotive manufacturing alone. But it isn’t just manufacturing, there are automotive careers in engineering, repair, design, sales and so much more. Learn about Automotive Jobs in The Career Center.
Segments in this Episode
21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking
On the Job at the Zero Net Energy Center
Macomb Community College Automotive Technology Program
Day at Work: Electric Vehicle Technician
109
Small Scale Manufacturing
Artists, engineers, fabricators, machinists, and entrepreneurs, can all find good careers in Small Scale Manufacturing. Visit a unique manufacturer of recycled goods...
Educational Video
Educational Video 109
Small Scale Manufacturing
Artists, engineers, fabricators, machinists, and entrepreneurs, can all find good careers in Small Scale Manufacturing. Visit a unique manufacturer of recycled goods and talk to a small non-profit about the career pathways available for people interested in small-scale manufacturing.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Initiative
On the Job with Pingree Detroit
Small Scale Manufacturing Pathways with UniteSTEM
110
Information Technology
Software development, computer science and information technology are careers with many different pathways. In the Career Center visit with an IT...
Educational Video
Educational Video 110
Information Technology
Software development, computer science and information technology are careers with many different pathways. In the Career Center visit with an IT entrepreneur, and learn about how early exposure to STEM can help change lives.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Information Literacy
On the Job with The Computer Guy
STEM Career Pathways with DAPCEP
Careers in Tech: Kinsley from Facebook
Careers in Tech: My Name is Tess
111
Entrepreneurship
Are you ready to take the leap and become your own boss? In this episode, we talk to successful business owners...
Educational Video
Educational Video 111
Entrepreneurship
Are you ready to take the leap and become your own boss? In this episode, we talk to successful business owners about their journeys, learn the skills needed to start and grow a business, and discover the rewards and challenges of being your own boss.
Segments in This Episode
21st Century Skills: Leadership
On the Job With Nochi Studios
Owning a Business With Wired Off-Road
112
Careers in Design
Time to design your future! In this episode, we explore the creative world of design careers. See how others turned their...
Educational Video
Educational Video 112
Careers in Design
Time to design your future! In this episode, we explore the creative world of design careers. See how others turned their creativity into fulfilling careers, hear insights and tips from successful designers, and learn about the skills and education you need to break into this exciting field!
Segments in This Episode
Career Chat with Food Stylist Elle Simone Scott
21st Century Skills: Media Literacy
On the Job With Detroit Wallpaper Company
MSU Interior Design Program Virtual Tour
Multimedia Artists and Animators Career Overview
Graphic Designer Career Overview
Commercial and Industrial Designers Career Overview
113
Emerging Careers
In this episode, learn the skills and education you need to succeed in these emerging industries, and learn about a resource...
Educational Video
Educational Video 113
Emerging Careers
In this episode, learn the skills and education you need to succeed in these emerging industries, and learn about a resource that helps you identify high-demand and high wage careers. Don’t miss the chance to discover some career opportunities of the future.
Segments in this Episode
21st Century Skills: Creativity
On the Job With May Mobility
Connected and Automated Vehicles – Michigan DOT
Becoming A Wind Power Technician
MI Hot Jobs and Career Survey