Career Clusters
These Career Clusters, identified by Greenville County Schools and the Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce, represent a categorization of career possibilities. Greenville Technical College academic programs are indicated after each cluster.
Unsure of the specific cluster or program that best match your interests? Take some additional time exploring your options at the college’s Center for Career and Professional Development.
Arts and Communication programs allow you to express yourself through design, literature, language, media, theater, and more. Careers within this career cluster often challenge you’re your creative and technical talents.
Computer and Information Technology often complements the Arts and Communication and is constantly changing and evolving as modern-day technologies continue to advance. The opportunities are many, and the demand continues to grow for those who are educated in computers, programming, and information systems.
Career opportunities in this cluster encompass designing, producing, writing and publishing multimedia content including visual arts, journalism, and entertainment services. Information Technology career opportunities in this cluster encompass design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.
Programs
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science
- Fine Arts
- Graphic Design
- Cisco Network Technician
- Computer Technology
- Cybersecurity
- Microsoft Network Technician
- Systems Administration
- Web Site Design
Unsure of the specific program within the Arts, Communication and Information Technology Cluster? Take some additional time exploring your options at the college’s Career Services while taking the following courses. These courses apply to most of the associate degree programs listed below. Be sure to verify your selections with your advisor prior to registering for classes.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| SPC 205 or SPC 209 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| MAT 103 or MAT 109 or MAT 120 |
Quantitative Reasoning or College Algebra with Modeling or Probability and Statistics |
3 |
| CPT 170 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| CPT 113 | Information Systems | 3 |
| IST 220 | Data Communications | 3 |
| CPT 257 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CPT 230 | C# Programming I | 3 |
| IST 226 | Internet Programming | 3 |
| IST 272 | Relational Database | 3 |
| CPT 264 | Systems and Procedures | 3 |
Business, Marketing and Management programs prepare students for a variety of professional careers that provide the support needed to run a business. Gain the technical, interpersonal, and communication skills necessary for success.
Career opportunities in this cluster encompass planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. In addition to general business administration, areas of focus in this cluster also include strategic communications and marketing, finance, law, and entrepreneurship. This cluster also includes career opportunities in the management, marketing, and operations of the hospitality industry to include restaurants and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreation, events, and travel-related services.
Programs
- Accounting
- Administrative Office Technology – Medical Concentration
- Baking and Pastry Arts
- Culinary Arts Technology
- Enterprise Resource Planning
- Management
- Marketing
- Medical Clerical
- Supply Chain Management
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| SPC 205 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Social Science Elective: Recommend ECO 105, ECO 210, ECO 211, PSY 201 or SOC 101 |
3 | |
| ECO 105 | Introduction to Economic Principles | 3 |
| ECO 210 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ECO 211 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| CPT 170 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| MAT 120 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
Get a solid foundation in farming or pet care though hands-on learning. Through education and experience, we can help produce a better world, healthier lives, and improve social concerns related to sustainable agriculture, food systems, healthy communities, and the environment.
Career opportunities in this cluster encompass the production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing and development of environmental services and agricultural commodities and resources.
Programs
The following courses are required or recommended in the culinary associate degree program. Be sure to verify your selections with your advisor prior to registering for classes.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 or ENG 165 |
English Composition I (transferable) or Professional Communications |
3 |
| SPC 205 or SPC 209 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communications |
3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Recommended: HSS 295 or SPA 102 (4) |
3 | |
| Social Science Elective: Recommend: PSY 201 or PSY 103 |
3 | |
| CPT 170 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| BIO 240 | Nutrition | 3 |
Health Science careers will continue to be in great demand and new medical technologies will only increase demand for skilled health care workers. Greenville Technical College offers a wide variety of healthcare programs that provide students with a strong balance of classroom and hands-on practice. GTC has established clinical agreements with many local and distant healthcare partners to provide students with full scope of clinical experiences. We also offer real-world clinical experiences on our Barton campus in our STAT (Simulation Technologies and Training) Center on lifelike human patient simulators and in our student-run clinics with real-life client experiences.
Career opportunities in this cluster encompass the planning, managing, and providing clinical, therapeutic, diagnostic, and support services in patient care. Opportunities also include health informatics and biotechnology research and development.
Programs
Therapeutic Services- Dental Hygiene
- Expanded Duty Dental Assisting
- Medical Assisting
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Respiratory Care
- Computed Tomography
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Radiologic Technology
Support Services
Unsure of the specific program within the Health Science Cluster? Take some additional time exploring your options at the college’s Career Services while taking the following courses. These courses apply to most of the associate degree programs listed below. Be sure to verify your selections with your advisor prior to registering for classes.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| SPC 205 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| PSY 201 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| BIO 210 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 |
| BIO 211 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 |
| AHS 102 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| MAT 120 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MAT 109 or MAT 110 | College Algebra | 3 |
In the Human Resources and Services career cluster, you’ll dedicate yourself to serving others and your community and helping people improve their lives. You’ll use your passion for people to advance lives, help those in need, and educate future generations.
LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS AND SECURITY
Career opportunities in this cluster include planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services, and homeland security.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Career opportunities in this cluster include planning, managing, and providing education and training services and related learning support services.
HUMAN SERVICES
Career opportunities in this cluster prepare individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs.
Programs
- Criminal Justice
- Early Care and Education
- Early Childhood Special Education
- Human Resources Management
- Human Services
- Paralegal
- Cosmetology
- Esthetics
Unsure of the specific program within the Human Resources and Services Cluster? Take some additional time exploring your options at the college’s Career Services while taking the following courses. These courses apply to most of the associate degree programs listed below. Be sure to verify your selections with your advisor prior to registering for classes.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| SPC 205 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Suggestions: HIS 201, HIS 202, HSS 295, PHI 105, PHI 110, REL 201, SPA 102 (4) |
3 | |
| PSY 201 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| MAT 120 | Probability and Statistics (transferable) | 3 |
| MAT 155 | Contemporary Mathematics | 3 |
| CPT 170 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
The programs within the Industrial, Manufacturing and Engineering Systems cluster are dedicated to providing opportunities to help develop students’ skills, knowledge and abilities. These courses are designed to enhance problem-solving skills and provide hands-on-experiences. Students seeking entry-level and/or advanced level skills will be prepared to enter the workforce directly or continue their education at a four-year university. Using state-of-the-art technologies, each program prepares the student for industry and leadership opportunities. With the combination of lecture and hands-on experiences, engaged faculty and staff provide an environment that fosters critical thinking and innovation.
Career opportunities in manufacturing include professional and technical support activities in production planning, control, maintenance and manufacturing/process engineering. Career opportunities in STEM include physical science, social science and engineering. Career opportunities in transportation, distribution and logistics encompass the planning and management of the movement of people, movement of materials/goods and related support services such as transportation infrastructure. Career opportunities in architecture/construction encompass career in designing, planning managing, building and maintaining the built environment.
Programs
- Air Conditioning/Refrigeration
- Aircraft Maintenance Technology
- Architectural Engineering Technology
- Automotive Technology
- Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
- Construction Engineering Technology
- Diesel Technology
- Electronics Engineering Technology
- Engineering Design Technology
- Heavy Equipment Auxiliary Systems
- Industrial Electricity
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Mechatronics Technology
- Welding
Unsure of the specific program within the Industrial, Manufacturing and Engineering Systems Cluster? Take some additional time exploring your options at the college’s Career Services while taking the following courses. These courses apply to most of the associate degree programs listed below. Be sure to verify your selections with your advisor prior to registering for classes.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| SPC 205 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Suggestions: ART 101 (especially if you are interested in AET or CET), FRE 102, GER 102, HIS 101, HIS 102, HIS 104, HIS 105, HIS 106, HIS 115, HIS 201, HIS 202, HSS 105, HSS 295, MUS 105m, PHI 101, PHI 110, REL 101, REL 201, SPA 102, SPA 201, THE 101 |
3-4 | |
| Social Science Elective Suggestions: PSY 201, SOC 101, ECO 211 |
3 | |
| MAT 110 | College Algebra | 3 |
| MAT 111 | College Trigonometry | 3 |
| PHY 201 | Physics I | 4 |
| ENG 130 or CPT 170 |
Engineering Technology Applications & Programming or Microcomputer Applications (required for MTT and CNC) |
3 |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 102 | English Composition II | 3 |
| SPC 205 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Suggestions: ART 101 (especially if you are interested in AET or CET), FRE 102, GER 102, HIS 101, HIS 102, HIS 104, HIS 105, HIS 106, HIS 115, HIS 201, HIS 202, HSS 105, HSS 295, MUS 105, PHI 101, PHI 110, REL 101, REL 201, SPA 102, SPA 201, THE 101 |
3-4 | |
| Social Science Elective Suggestions: PSY 201, SOC 101, ECO 211 |
3 | |
| MAT 110 | College Algebra | 3 |
| MAT 111 | College Trigonometry | 3 |
| MAT 140 | Analytical Geometry & Calculus I | 4 |
| PHY 221 | University Physics I | 4 |
| EGR 269 | Engineering Disciplines and Skills | 2 |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 165 | Professional Communications | 3 |
| SPC 205 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Suggestion: HSS 105 |
3 | |
| PSY 103 | Human Relations | 3 |
| MAT 170 | Algebra, Geometry & Trigonometry I | 3 |
| CPT 170 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 |