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Career Research - MCC

MCC Career and Academic Pathways

MCC has over 120 degrees and certificates that are grouped into eight Career and Academic Pathways.

Each Pathway is a group of programs and careers, often called degrees or majors, that share common aspects. Explore each of the 8 Pathways.  Based upon your self-assessment of interests, values and skills which Pathway are you drawn to? Which Programs might deserve a closer look?  Start by making a list of these programs and then explore each one by visiting the MCC site for that program. Be sure to reach out to program coordinators and advisors for more information on your program of interest.   

By choosing a broad pathway and continuing to explore the programs or majors it lists, MCC can offer you a map or plan that includes specific courses you will need, as well as progress milestones that can simplify your decision-making, provide predictable schedules and provide frequent feedback that will help you stay on track and complete your program more efficiently.  

Missouri Connections

Missouri Connections, a free online database, can help you explore additional career pathways and clusters. At MissouriConnections.org, you can read an overview of each of Missouri’s 16 career clusters including related careers, education requirements, and employment outlook.

After logging into MissouriConnections, select "Occupations" and then "Career Clusters."