Looking for sources? Search EBSCO or QuickSearch.
FIND BOOKS
From the library's home page, search under FIND BOOKS to find print and electronic books about careers. Click on the down arrow and select "subject," then format your search this way: (your term) AND vocational guidance.
Example: photography AND vocational guidance
FIND ARTICLES
From the library's home page, find articles about your chosen career by searching under FIND ARTICLES. Type your search this way: (your term) AND vocational guidance
Example: architecture AND vocational guidance
Best site for researching career paths: Occupational Outlook Handbook |
Other sites:
Explore career paths with this tool; learn about what skills, technology, and even personality are needed for a particular job.
Career information, plus tools such as a salary calculator
Another exploration tool with comprehensive information about career paths.
This site allows you look for jobs with the federal government. They provide separate links for people with disabilities, for veterans, and for senior executives.
Links provided by the U.S. State Department
Compare the cost of living for two different cities.
Compare international locations.
Find real estate prices.
The activities below will allow you to familiarize yourself with helpful career resources.
1. Go to the Occupational Outlook Handbook
2. Go back to the Occupational Outlook Handbook
3. Go to the library's home page