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The following resources are freely available on the Internet. These websites provide quality information and are updated regularly.
- O*Net OnlineA database that provides information on job characteristics and worker attributes, including knowledge, skills, and abilities; interests; preparing for the job; contexts, tasks; and frequently used technology. ONET OnLine offers occupational descriptions and data, while the O*NET Interest Profiler is a self-scoring test that matches a user's interests and work experience to careers.
- Occupational Outlook HandbookThe Occupational Outlook Handbook is a publication of the U.S. Dept. of Labor. It provides information about job duties, working conditions, training and education requirements, wages, and job outlook.
The following resources are library databases that you have access to as a NOVA student. You will be prompted to log in with your VCCS username to access the materials.
- Ferguson's Career Guidance Center This link opens in a new windowIncludes information on job and industry profiles, job-hunting and workplace skills, career and industry resources, and college planning and financial aid. (NVCC)
- Salem Press Careers This link opens in a new windowA full-text database of articles to assist students and job-seekers to learn more about today's most popular careers (NVCC).
