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South Louisiana Community College Library
College Success Subject Guide |
Study Skills | Resume Guides | Career/Job Information
College Survival Skills
Prepared by Clemson University. Contains extensive sections on general study habits, time management, taking notes and exams.
College Survival Tips and College Guides
Provides links to various websites that have college survival tips.
Learning Strategies: Maximizing Your Academic Experience
From Dartmouth College. Discusses time management, various aspects of studying (i.e. where to study, concentration and memory skills, etc.) and managing stress and anxiety. The site includes handouts that can be downloaded and printed by users. **The "Important Academic Deadlines" link does not apply to SLCC students.**
Study Skills Guide
This site has techniques for effective time management, lecture note taking, and test taking skills.
Introduction Resumes & CVs
Introductory site from Colorado College. Explains the difference between resume and a curriculum vitae.
JobStar: Resumes &Cover Letters
Provides tips for writing resumes and cover letters. Contains sample resumes and cover letters.
About.com: Careers
Provides links to numerous articles covering a wide range of job search related topics such as writing resume and cover letters, types of job interviews and the questions you might be faced with during an interview.
CareerBuilder
A plethora of information about jobs, career guidance, and employers.
Career Journal
The executive career site of the Wall Street Journal. Contains salary and hiring information, job-hunting advice and much more.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
From the United States Department of Labor, this nationally recognized source for career information, is designed to assist those making decisions about their future career. Included is information regarding job descriptions and the necessary training and education needed for certain jobs. Earnings information and expected job prospects are also discussed.
The Riley Guide: Employment Opportunities and Job Resources on the Internet
Includes guides for writing resumes and cover letters, interviewing tips as well as salary negotiation guides.
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