Helping Native American high school students discover careers that sustain and empower Tribal communities is vital for future growth. The CollegeBound Journey’s Career Cluster Assessment for Native American Students is a culturally responsive tool designed to guide students in finding pathways that align with their passions and Tribal values.
Why the Career Cluster Assessment for Native American Students Matters
This assessment connects students’ interests to careers that directly impact their Tribal communities. From preserving cultural traditions to building economic sustainability, the our assessment highlights opportunities for students to make meaningful contributions.
Culturally Relevant Career Pathways
The assessment organizes careers into clusters tailored to Tribal and urban Native community needs:
- Energy & Natural Resources: Careers in renewable energy, land management, and traditional ecological knowledge.
- Healthcare & Human Services: Advocating for health equity and incorporating Indigenous approaches to wellness.
- Education: Creating culturally relevant curricula and preserving Native languages.
- Management & Entrepreneurship: Developing Tribal enterprises and growing community resources.
By focusing on these pathways, Native students can align their future with impactful roles that uplift their communities. The CollegeBound Journey College Search can guide Native American youth towards college majors to support their future journey.
Discovering Personal and Community Impact through the Career Cluster Assessment for Native American Students
The CollegeBound Journey’s Career Cluster Assessment for Native American Students encourages students to visualize their future by answering questions like:
- “Can you see yourself preserving Indigenous building techniques?”
- “Would you like to design systems for clean water and sustainable energy?”
- “Can you imagine mentoring Native youth in academics?”
Every response guides students toward careers that integrate their talents with Tribal priorities.
Encouraging Self-Reflection and Growth
For many Native students, traditional career assessments may not fully reflect their values, interests, or community goals. The Career Cluster Assessment for Native American Students fills this gap by focusing on areas such as preserving cultural heritage, promoting environmental sustainability, and advocating for social justice. By encouraging self-reflection, the tool empowers students to envision a future where their careers contribute to the well-being of their people.
Empower the Next Generation
Educators, families, and Tribal leaders can use this tool to inspire Native American high school students. By connecting personal interests with career goals, the assessment helps create a generation of leaders who will sustain, build, and empower Tribal communities.
Encourage Native American students to take this assessment today and unlock their potential to create meaningful change for themselves and their communities.
The assessment is available free with a purchase of a bundled account for schools and agencies; otherwise, interested parties can purchase on our Teachers Pay Teachers store.