education and career

Check Out JobNow: A Free Online Job Coaching & Resume Assistance Tool!

By using JobNow you can receive live job coaching, real-time interview practice, full-service resume lab, 24/7 access to local job resources and more! You can also access a library of rich adult learning content (GED) and live professional assistance in resume/cover letter writing, U.S. Citizenship prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series through JobNow’s Adult Learning Center. There are also Personalized eLearning Tools such as My File Sharing, My Session Replay, My Tutoring Archive and My Test Archive. There is a 24 Hour Writing Lab where you can submit essays and other forms of writing for constructive feedback. You may submit homework questions for expert guidance, get live assistance from tutors in math, science, reading, writing, history, GED, and college placement tests. You may use the Skills-Building module to receive real-time help on any topic of your choice. There is also a Foreign Language Center and Spanish-Speaking Support Center.

Have questions about JobNow? Please visit the library, call 203.468.3890 or email Cynthia at cgwiazda@hagamanlibrary.org.

Check Out AtoZdatabases: A Free Job Search Tool! 

AtoZdatabases is a premier reference, research, and job-search database, which includes millions of businesses, resident records, healthcare professionals, and real-time job listings! It’s free and easy to search from the library, or from the comfort of your own home (with your free Hagaman Library Card!). Have questions about AtoZdatabases? We’re happy to help! Drop in to learn more, call us at 203.468.3890, or email Chris at chemingway@hagamanlibrary.org.

Check Out Mometrix : A Free Test Prep Database! 

Mometrix provides helpful test preparation products for a variety of examinations. Use your library card to login and prepare for your exam today!

Go to:

Click the link below for free access with your library card number!

https://portal.mometrixelibrary.com/validate/?__acct=7682

Need more help?

Have questions not answered here, need additional resources, or want to make an appointment with a Reference Librarian for career & education assistance? Drop in to learn more, call us at 203.468.3890, or email Chris at chemingway@hagamanlibrary.org.

Other education and career resources:

Business Administration Degree:

Connecticut MBA Guide for Online and Campus Graduate Business Programs

Ultimate List of 947 MBA Scholarships and Resources

More Resources for Finding the Best MBA Program: 

Check out OnlineMBA.com

10-Part Guide to the MBA 

Business Schools-Nationally and in Connecticut

https://www.discoverbusiness.us/education/schools/– a full list of accredited business schools in the United States

https://www.discoverbusiness.us/education/schools/us/connecticut/ –

OnlineMasters.com

OnlineMasters.com is an online database of tools, references, and articles that cover topics such as accreditation, job placement and resources that can provide financial support.

For Students Pursuing a Master’s or other Graduate Degree:

List of Graduate Programs for those who wish to pursue a graduate degree after obtaining a bachelor’s degree

Information on GRE-a national exam required for admission to most MBA and other Graduate programs

From: MBA Review-MBA and GMAT Guide

NURSING AND MEDICAL CAREERS:

Are you interested in nursing? There is a growing shortage of nurses in the United States. Below are some links to details on what is required to get your degree in nursing!

Affordable Nursing Programs:
https://www.fastonlinemasters.com/affordable/nursing/

State-specific licensure requirements and career outlook for Nurses in Connecticut: https://www.nursing.org/online-programs/connecticut/

Nursing Resume Samples and How-To Guide for Nursing Careers:

https://novoresume.com/career-blog/nurse-resume-example-novoresume