Illinois Pathways is an innovative public-private education partnership organized to support local implementation of the National Career Clusters Framework and Programs of Study by coordinating and reducing the transaction cost among statewide networks of education partners, businesses, industry associations, labor organizations, and other organizations. Select any of the Illinois Pathways below to view information about each Career Cluster. To learn more about Illinois' Unified State Framework for College and Career Readiness and Success, check out the Career Pathways Dictionary. View the Illinois State Board of Education Career Guide for more information about career options.