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Career Exploration
Badge

Learn how to explore career options, search job postings, and apply for jobs online.
Instructions
How do I earn this badge?
Using the tutorials below, practice and learn the skills for this badge.
Do you already have these skills? Learn how to earn your badge.
Resources & Tutorials
Ready to learn?
Use these free tutorials and resources to learn how to use the Internet to explore careers and search job postings.
Completed Resource Instructions
  Career Planning - GCF Learn Free Follow this tutorial to learn how to plan for a new career.
  Job Search - GCF Learn Free Review this tutorial to learn important skills and tips when searching for a job.
  Career Coach - PA CareerLink Explore the Career Coach tool used by PA CareerLink.
  PA Job Gateway Explore the state of Pennsylvania's job search tool to find opportunities you're interested in.
  PA Job Market Data Learn more information about careers that you're interested in.
  My Job Scout Explore this tool to learn more Internet skills needed to find a job.
  My Next Move Review this excellent career exploration website.
  Job Scams Review this article about potential job scams and how to avoid them.
  Cover Letter and Resume Review - BrainFuse Check out this resource from the Free Library's databases.
(You will need your Free Library Card and Pin number)
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Ready to earn this badge?
Find your Digital Resource Specialist or Computer Lab Manager and be prepared to demonstrate the following skills.
Skill Details Approved Notes
Career Plan Fill out the Career Plan worksheet using the S.M.A.R.T. goals. S.M.A.R.T. career plan.    
Job Openings Show two different job opportunities you're interested in an online job posting site.    
Name: _______________________________ Date: _____________