Career Readiness at WBSD
Preparing Students for Careers
Xello is the platform that the West Bloomfield School District utilizes to help students discover different careers. Beginning in Kindergarten and continuing through senior year, students work on exploring various interests and discovering careers that align with them. During this discovery process, students begin to learn more about who they are, what they might want to do when they finish high school, and the different paths that could lead them to the various careers.
Extending Experiences Beyond the Classroom
Career Readiness activities are provided throughout the school year at all levels. These activities bring together students and industry partners to help students experience what different careers involve and how what they are learning in school can be applied to the outside workforce. From field trips, to zoom meetings, to hands-on experiences in the school. Students have many opportunities to discover different career paths. Check out some of the activities that our students have participated in.
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes at West Bloomfield High School offers students a valuable opportunity to gain real-world skills and explore future career paths. Taught by experienced industry professionals, these courses are open to all students and are designed to provide hands-on learning that prepares them for both entry-level positions in the workforce and success in college. Many CTE classes also offer the chance to earn college credit, giving students a head start on their postsecondary education. Whether a student is planning to go directly into a career or continue on to college, CTE classes provide the tools, knowledge, and experience they need to succeed. Check out all the opportunities!
Career Video Library
An important component of Career Readiness is to really know if you are passionate about the field and if you would be a right fit. To help in this area, the Digital Media Arts classes have been working on creating a database of different careers by interviewing the professionals that are actually in that field. Click on the career path that interests you and listen to what the professionals have to say. This library is updated on a regular basis.
Non-Traditional Career Paths
Non-Traditional career paths are determined by the State of Michigan and are considered non-traditional for a person’s gender.
Check out our curated list of non-traditional career path interviews by clicking on the Non-Traditional Careers image. The chart below shows what is considered non-traditional.
For Women
Agriculture
Animal Health and Veterinary Sciences
Natural Resources and Conservation
Architecture & Construction
Drafting and Design Technology/Architectural
Construction Trades
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation
Plumbing
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration
Radio and Television Broadcasting
Information Technology
Computer Programming/Programmer
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
System Administration/Administrator
Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance
Energy Line Worker
Plumbing-Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter
Manufacturing
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair General
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding, Brazing, and Soldering
Woodworking
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies
Collision Repair Technician (ASE)
Automobile Technician (ASE)
Small Engine & Related Equipment Repair
Airframe Technology
Power Plant Technology (Aircraft)
Avionics Maintenance Technology
Medium/Heavy Truck Technician (ASE)
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science & Technology
Government & Public Administration
Army
Hospitality & Tourism
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Public Safety/Protective Services
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Mechatronics
Engineering Technology
Mechanical Drafting
For Men
Education and Training
Finance and Financial Management Services
Insurance
Health Science
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Human Service
Cosmetology