Explore Careers in the Texas Panhandle
Search all 421 careers connected to the CTE fields in the guide, compare wages and outlook, see education and training requirements, and connect careers to local colleges, universities and Workforce Solutions resources.
Texas Panhandle career information, built to explore
The printed guide introduces the career areas. This online explorer expands them into a searchable, sortable career library with verified labor-market data and local education and training connections.
Unique occupations across the eight career areas
Advanced Manufacturing through Transportation & Automotive
Panhandle WDA first, with Texas fallback only when needed
Panhandle WDA occupational projections from 2024 to 2034
Explore all 8 career areas from the guide
These are the eight career areas used in the printed guide. The online companion expands each one far beyond the occupations that could fit on the printed pages.
Advanced Manufacturing
Explore careers in industrial maintenance, machining, fabrication, automation, assembly, quality and process manufacturing.
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Aviation & Aerospace
Explore careers that design, maintain, operate and support aircraft, airports and aerospace systems.
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Construction & Skilled Trades
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Engineering & Technical Careers
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Health Science
Explore patient care, diagnostics, therapy, pharmacy, veterinary, medical technology and healthcare support careers.
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IT & Cybersecurity
Explore computing, software, networks, cybersecurity, data and communications technology careers.
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Public Safety
Explore law enforcement, corrections, fire, emergency medical, communications and protective service careers.
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Transportation & Automotive
Explore automotive, diesel, trucking, rail, fleet, vehicle service and transportation careers.
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Use the information to plan your next step
Career data is most useful when students and families can immediately connect it to training, employment and planning resources.
Texas Panhandle Labor Market Information
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Explore Labor Market Information →Training Services
Learn about career exploration and occupational training assistance available through Workforce Solutions Panhandle.
Explore Training Services →Job Seeker Resources
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Explore Job Seeker Resources →WorkInTexas
Search Texas job openings, build or update a résumé, explore employers and connect with employment opportunities across the state.
Open WorkInTexas →Find local colleges and training options
Filter by a career area to see local schools and the programs connected to that field. Program connections shown here have been checked against current official institution pages and will continue to be reviewed as programs change.
Amarillo College
Amarillo, Texas
Clarendon College
Clarendon, Pampa, Childress & Amarillo
Frank Phillips College
Borger, Perryton & Dalhart
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, Texas
Texas Tech University Amarillo
Amarillo, Texas
Registered Apprenticeships
Earn while learning through structured apprenticeship pathways such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing and pipefitting, HVAC and industrial maintenance.
Employer Training Programs
Some employers provide paid training, internships, pre-apprenticeships and other work-based learning opportunities.
Industry Certifications
Short-term credentials can help students build specialized skills recognized by employers in technical and skilled occupations.
Online & Hybrid Learning
Some credentials and degree pathways may be available online or in hybrid formats, depending on the institution and program.
