Michigan Learning Channel’s The Career Center

VideosAbout The ShowPrintables And Activities THE CAREER CENTER LEARNING ADVENTURES Explore Career Pathways p]:!text-p1 [&>p]:!text-brand-black [&>p>strong]:!text-p1 [&>p>strong]:!text-brand-black [&_a]:!text-brand-royal-blue [&_a]:!font-openSans [&_a]:!text-p1 [&_a]:!font-bold [&_a]:!underline max-lg:text-center "> 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 p>a]:font-bold [&>p>a]:underline [&>a]:font-bold [&>a]:underline [&>p>a]:!text-brand-black [&>a]:!text-brand-black [&>p>a]:!text-p1 [&>a]:!text-p1 !text-p1 [&>p]:!text-p1"> Perfect for teaching or for self-guided exploration, use these short videos to learn about careers and skills that will help students excel. Career Chats Learn More 21st Century Skills Learn More And More! Learn More Lessons ]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:056f8ba6-6393-415f-8cef-1c00fd6c3bfc-59" data-testid="conversation-turn-4" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> These Career Center resources help teens explore career pathways, discover the range of jobs available in different career tracks, and learn what skills are needed to pursue their goals. Parents and educators can use these materials to support career exploration, build 21st-century skills like communication, critical thinking, and digital literacy, and introduce students to multiple paths forward, including apprenticeships, bootcamps, community college, and university programs. The Career Center 6th-8th Grade Lessons ]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:056f8ba6-6393-415f-8cef-1c00fd6c3bfc-60" data-testid="conversation-turn-6" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> This collection of Career Center educational videos invites Michigan students in grades 6–8 to explore real-world career pathways and imagine what their futures could look like. Through topics like early childhood education, sports and athletics, building trades, transportation, high-tech manufacturing, and healthcare, students discover a wide range of jobs, skills, and training options. Each video helps learners connect their interests to possible careers and begin thinking confidently about the many paths ahead. Browse 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More Browse All The Career Center Educational Videos The Career Center 9th-12th Grade Lessons ]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:056f8ba6-6393-415f-8cef-1c00fd6c3bfc-61" data-testid="conversation-turn-8" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> This collection of Career Center educational videos invites Michigan students in grades 9–12 to explore career pathways, workplace skills, and future opportunities as they plan for life after high school. Through topics like early childhood education, sports and athletics, building trades, transportation, high-tech manufacturing, healthcare, public service, automotive careers, small-scale manufacturing, information technology, entrepreneurship, design, and emerging careers, students discover a wide range of industries and possible next steps. Each video helps learners connect their interests and strengths to real-world careers while considering pathways such as apprenticeships, technical training, community college, university, and entrepreneurship. Browse 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More 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 Learn More Browse All The Career Center Educational Videos