Career Pathways

Find a career that's right for you

Whether you've decided on a career or are still undecided, Bay College will help you explore career pathways that ignite your passions. Together, we’ll work with you to connect courses, skills and credentials. You’ll be ready to start working in the field or continue your education by transferring to a four-year university. Bay College's Career and Program Explorer is another way to search careers and programs based on your interests!

Applied Technology

Gain real world, hands-on experience using cutting edge technology for a career in advanced manufacturing, municipal and environmental operations.

• Welder
• Automotive Technician
• Automotive Mechanic
• Operations Manager
• Water Operations Tech
• Sustainability Coordinator
• Environmental Manager
• Technology Engineer
• Repair Technician
• Robotic Systems Tech

Art and Communication

Expand your creativity and express yourself through visual arts, design, literature, language, multi-media, and theater.

• Photographer
  
• Journalist
  
• Graphic Designer
  
• Gallery Manager
  
• Broadcaster
  
• Illustrator
  
• Author
  
• Art Curator
  
• Editor
  
• Web Designer

Business

Explore the many areas of the business world focusing on accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, sales, marketing, and management.

• Market Manager
  
• Market Analyst
  
• Accountant
  
• Sales Representative
  
• Sales Manager
  
• Entrepreneur
• Financial Adviser
  
• Loan Officer
  
• Actuary
  
• Insurance Agent
  
• Paralegal

Computer and Information Technology

Optimize computer networks, secure data, manage information and develop applications in this ever-changing, opportunity rich field.

• Computer Programmer
  
• Computer Systems Analyst
  
• Database Administrator
  
• Geospatial Technician
  
• GIS Administrator
  
• Mobile App Developer
  
• Network Administrator
  
• Software Developer
  
• Web Developer
• Information Security Tech

Criminal Justice and Law

Protect your community, state, nation and the world so that all may live in a safe and secure environment.

• Police Officer
  
• Corrections Officer
  
• Parole Officer
  
• Probation Officer
  
• Natural Resources Officer
• Security Manager
  
• Sherif Deputy
  
• Security Guard
  
• Prison Guard
  
• Detective
• Law Clerk

Healthcare

Focus on improving health, enhancing quality of life, patient care and saving lives in this high demand, fast growing job market.

• Practical Nurse (LPN)
  
• Registered Nurse (RN)
  
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
  
• Paramedic
  
• MRI Technologist
• Surgical Technologist
• Radiography Technologist
• Phlebotomist/Lab Technician
• Medical Assistant
  
• Nurse Assistant (CNA)
• Nurse (BSN, MSN)
• Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Human Services/Education

Develop your passion for people in careers dedicated to helping those in need, educating future generations and advancing communities.

• Educator
• Social Worker
  
• Social Services Manager
  
• Counselor/Therapist
  
• Health Educator
  
• Psychologist
  
• Historian
  
• Librarian
  
• Child Center Worker
  
• Education Administrator
  
• Religious Worker

STEM

Research, analyze, innovate, design, and advance technology to shape the future in high demand, high paying STEM careers.

• Biologist
  
• Chemist
  
• Engineer
• Physicist
  
• Astronomer
  
• Botanist/Forester
  
• Natural Resources Director
  
• Environmentalist
  
• Doctor
  
• Dentist
  
• Pharmacist
• Veterinarian