Facilitator Resources
NEW: Searchable MnCareers Facilitator Guide!
The MnCareers Facilitator Guide has been upgraded to an online, searchable database tool! This new tool allows you to find curriculum based on your needs. You can search by topic, curriculum type, and/or audience. Lesson plans have also been categorized by career development topics. Start using the searchable database today!
A downloadable version of the 2008 MnCareers Facilitator Guide is also still available.
Labor Market Information (PDF)
Download the Labor Market Information (PDF) document as a facilitator resource for understanding the labor market information available on this website. Explains how occupations are organized, what occupational data is provided, and where to find additional resources
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Additional Facilitator Resources
Building Minnesota's Workforce Through Apprenticeship
www.doli.state.mn.us
Promotional apprenticeship training booklet from the Apprenticeship Unit. Students, teachers, counselors, dislocated workers, under-employed persons, unemployed individuals and veterans can all benefit from understanding how state registered apprenticeship programs work. Frequently asked questions about apprenticeship training will also be answered. Copies, in disk or hard copy, can be requested at 651.284.5090 or 1.800.342.5354. The booklet is available on the Web site above, and is also available in different formats, including large print, Braille or on tape. Call TTY: 651.297.4198 to request these services.
CareerOneStop
www.careeronestop.org
CareerOneStop is the single point of entry for employers, job seekers, learners and workforce professionals to access national electronic tools, including America's Career InfoNet, America's Service Locator and the Key to Career Success Military Transition portal.
Creative Job Search (CJS)
www.deed.state.mn.us/cjs
CJS helps jobseekers identify their skills and includes job search preparation tips for resumes, cover letters and interviews. Copies ($9 to $16) can be ordered at www.amazon.com Creative job search strategy training is available at WorkForce Centers.
Education World
www.educationworld.com
This website helps educators navigate the Internet for educational information. It includes a search engine for educational sites, shared lesson plans, articles and featured columns, employment listings, resources and more.
iSeek Solutions
www.iseeksolutions.org
iSeek Solutions is a collaboration of career information resources, education providers, government agencies, non-profit organizations and business groups. Together, they are creating new avenues for career exploration and planning. The website includes information on Minnesota's career information products, how to order products and career information news.
MCIS
http://mncis.intocareers.org
The Minnesota Career Information System (MCIS) at the Department of Education produces several useful tools and publications on careers and training. Products include Minnesota-specific information, as well as national data. Visit their website for details on their products, including MCIS CD-ROM and related performance packages.
North Star
http://www.state.mn.us
North Star is the official website for the State of Minnesota. You'll find links to all of the state agencies, as well as online services and tools offered by the state.
Student Paths
http://www.studentpaths.com
Student Paths is a publication for high school students to use as they plan their transition from high school to the future. The organization partners with high schools, whose teachers use the publication in the classroom as a learning tool. Student Paths also provides the schools with a curriculum guide to help facilitate discussion on the various topics related to a student's transition. You can sign up to receive this free publication at your high school from this website.
The Real Game
www.realgame.com
The Real Game series includes six games, categorized by age level. The games are designed to be integrated into a classroom or client-based curriculum to assist users in career and life planning. Games include "real life" simulation exercises.
What Color is Your Parachute?
www.jobhuntersbible.com
This book is one of the best-selling job hunting guides available. The website is a supplemental tool to use with the What Color is Your Parachute? book.
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