21st century life skills handbooks: job search

Staudacher , Carol, & Freese, Susan M.. 2012. Grades: 07, 08, 09, 10.

Corporate Author: Provincial Resource Centre for the Visually Impaired (PRCVI)

Abstract: Workplace readiness -- Aptitude tests and interest inventories -- Career categories and preparation -- Salaries, wages, and job benefits -- Short-term and long-term goals -- Occupational training -- Basic business skills -- Occupational training -- Community College -- On-the-job training -- Applying for a job -- Job search resources -- Agencies: private and state -- Re´sume´s and cover letters -- Completing a job application -- The job interview -- Businesslike communication -- Dressing for success -- Answering questions -- The follow-up call and thank-you letter. A general purpose guide for America, while not tailored to visual impairment, can provide useful tips for expanded core corriculum.