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Career Resources
Are you looking for a job or maybe a career change? Here are some resources to help you out.
DATABASES
Career Transitions - Career Transitions is an online career guidance center that walks you through the job-search process from beginning to end. Here you can search for jobs, write your resume and cover letter, use interview simulation and get tips & advice for your job search.
JobNow - Provides live interactive online help combined with online resources to guide you through the necessary tasks to get a job. Featuring LIVE Interview Coach service, Resume Builder and Career Resources for job seekers.
LearningExpress Library - Enhance your job search and workplace skills, take practice tests for scored licensing, certifications, civil service exams, aptitude practice and online career preparation. You can also refresh your reading, writing or math skills to help you reach your goals.
BOOKS
Resumes and Cover Letters
Jobs and Career Books in General and Series
Career Opportunities in travel and hospitality By Jennifer Burns
Career Opportunities in agriculture, food and natural resources By Susan Echaore-McDavid
Work Your Strengths a Scientific Process to Identify Your Skills and Match them to the Best Career for You By Chuck Martin
Job Search Handbook for people with disabilities By Daniel Ryan
Top 300 Careers: Your Complete Guidebook to Major Jobs in Every Field. By U.S Department of Labor
RESOURCES
The Santa Clarita WorkSource Center offers free career information, resources, and assistance to those seeking a new job or career. Located in the University Center at College of the Canyons, the Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and serves individuals 18 and older. A representative with the Employment Development Department is also available for information about unemployment and other career transition services.
WEBSITES
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Here you will find an A-Z list of jobs including a description, salary information and a future job forecast for each career.