Build Your Career Skills Today! 

At NOCE, you will get resources and strategies to launch your career. Join our career readiness and skills workshops. Get one-on-one training through the Career Skills and Resource Lab.

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The Career Skills & Resource Lab will be available this 2026 Fall Semester. You do NOT need to schedule an appointment to utilize the lab. You can walk in during operating hours. 

Career Skills and Resource Lab Services

Students will receive in-person assistance with the following:

  • Canvas, Zoom, & myGateway
  • Uploading assignments on Canvas
  • Registering for a laptop loan
  • CTE Textbooks
  • How to access your NOCE email account
  • Quiet space to do your homework
  • Improve your computer and employment Skills
  • Building/Review LinkedIn & LinkedIn Learning
  • Handshake, Online Job Board
  • Portfolium (folio)
  • Interview Preparation
  • Job Searching & Online Job Application
  • Soft Skills Workshops
  • LinkedIn Learning Access

Career Skills & Resource Lab staff and faculty can assist you Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Anaheim Campus, Room 606 (6th floor). We are closed on Fridays, weekends, and holidays. 

If you’re only taking online courses, you can sign up for the Virtual Career Skills and Resource Lab course and receive the same in-person services.

In the Career Skills & Resource Lab, students have access to the following:

  • Students have access to CTE textbooks and laptops while in the lab.
  • Students can print a maximum of 10 pages per day.
  • Students will learn more about other online resources such as LinkedIn, Canvas, Zoom, Portfolium, NOCECareerConnect (the online job board), etc.
  • Students can work on and complete homework and lab assignments from certificate programs.
  • Students can work on the following:
    • Learn classroom skills for success.
    • Computer skill improvement.
    • Industry skill improvement.
    • Employability skills.

Workshops will be held weekly. When you register for a virtual workshop(s), you will receive an email with a Zoom meeting invite the evening before the workshop. 

For more workshop information, please scroll down the page to see the workshop schedule and how to register!


Student Online Learning Resources


Resume Tools

Build a Resume That Gets Noticed

Your resume is often your first impression on a potential employer. A strong, well-organized resume helps showcase your skills, education, experience, and accomplishments while showing employers why you may be a good fit for the position.

Whether you are creating your first resume, updating an existing one, or applying for a new job, Career Services is here to help you put your best foot forward.

Explore our resume tools and resources, or connect with Career Services for additional support.


Handshake

Handshake is an online career management system that connects employers with students and alumni. It is a student-centered job board that targets students.  

Through this online job board, students can do the following: 

  • Find jobs by filter (location, job title, and industry) 
  • Students can view and apply for current job openings 
  • Bookmark jobs you are interested in and apply later 
  • Message employers 
  • You will receive personalized job recommendations  

Get Hired!

Launch your career on Handshake!


VMock Resume Review Platform

The Career Skills and Resource Lab is excited to introduce a new resume review tool called VMock.

This online tool gives students valuable feedback to improve their resumes.

Before you get started, here are a few tips:

  • Must have a completed professional resume with the following elements:
    • Contact Information (e-mail address and phone number)
    • Summary of Qualifications
    • Work and/or Volunteer Experience
    • Education
    • Skills
  • Your resume should use a chronological or functional format.
  • The resume must be in PDF format.
  • The file must not be larger than 2MB
  • The resume should be a maximum of 4 pages.
  • Feel comfortable navigating online platforms.

Get started with VMock

Improve your resume today!

Note: VMock gives you an overall resume score and then breaks the percentage down into three categories. The score is meant to help you focus on sections that need improving. VMock will offer suggestions to help you create a strong and noticeable resume.


LinkedIn Learning

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Enhance Your Career Skills with LinkedIn Learning

As a Career Technical Education (CTE) student, you are building valuable skills that can help you succeed in today’s workforce. Take your career preparation to the next level with LinkedIn Learning, an online platform offering thousands of expert-led courses in business, technology, creative skills, leadership, and industry-specific topics. Whether you want to strengthen your technical skills, explore new career interests, prepare for a job interview, or learn the latest tools and trends in your field, LinkedIn Learning provides flexible, on-demand resources to support your professional growth. Start learning today and gain skills that can help you stand out to employers and advance your career.

Need more information?

For more information about LinkedIn Learning, please email the Career Skills and Resource Lab at careerhelp@noce.edu.

Completing LinkedIn Learning courses can help you:

  • Expand your skill set by gaining knowledge in areas that complement your coursework and career goals.
  • Strengthen your resume and LinkedIn profile by showcasing completed courses and newly developed skills.
  • Earn certificates of completion that demonstrate your commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.
  • Stay current with industry trends by learning the latest tools, technologies, and best practices employers value.
  • Increase your career readiness by developing skills that can help you stand out during job searches, interviews, and workplace opportunities.
  • Explore new career interests by discovering topics and skills related to different industries and career paths.

Whether you want to enhance your resume, prepare for interviews, learn new software, or develop skills employers value, LinkedIn Learning offers flexible, on-demand resources so you can learn anytime, anywhere. Take advantage of this opportunity to expand your skill set, build confidence, and invest in your career growth.


Workshops & Events

Workshops will be held virtually via Zoom and in person at the Career Skills and Resource Lab, Room 606 (6th floor) on the Anaheim Campus. Students who register for the virtual workshops will receive an email with Zoom meeting details the evening before the workshop.

RSVP online on the Career Skills & Resource Lab Workshop Form or at noce.edu/workshops

DateTimeWorkshop Title and DescriptionLocation
Thursday, Oct. 1, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.LinkedIn 101: Introduction to LinkedIn- Why it Matters for your Career (Virtual) Learn the importance of having a LinkedIn profile and building and building an online presence.Zoom
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Tuesday, Oct. 6, 20265 p.m. – 6p.m.Virtual Career Fair Preparation: Resume Development (Virtual) Learn how to tailor your resume for specific industries.Zoom
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Wednesday, Oct. 7, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.New CTE Student Welcome Information Session (Virtual)
Learn about available NOCE resources and study tips to help you succeed in your courses.
Zoom
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Wednesday, Oct. 7, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.How to Set Goals, Build a Budge, and Save (Virtual)
Learn how to set financial goals, create a budge, and develop strategies to save for the future.
Zoom
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Thursday, Oct. 8, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.LinkedIn 102: LinkedIn Privacy and Security (Virtual) Learn how toZoom
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Monday, Oct. 12, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.New CTE Student Welcome Information Session (Virtual)
Learn about available NOCE resources and study tips to help you succeed in your courses.
Zoom
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Tuesday, Oct. 13, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.Canvas (Virtual)
Learn what Canvas is, how to use it, and how to upload assignments.
Zoom
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Wednesday, Oct. 14, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m. Introduction to Banking (Virtual)
An overview of banking basics, including how to open and manage accounts, understand banking services, and make informed financial decisions.
Zoom
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Thursday, Oct. 15, 202612 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.How to Access Your Student Email and Office 365 (In Person) Learn how to access your student email.Zoom
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Thursday, Oct. 15, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.LinkedIn 103: Creating your LinkedIn Profile (Virtual) Learn how to set up your LinkedIn profile, how to choose a professional profile photo, and how to write headlines and summaries using skills, ambitions, and values.Zoom
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Tuesday, Oct. 20, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.Elevator Pitch and Professional Communication (Virtual) Learn how to create a compelling 30-second elevator pitch that displays your skills, goals, and experience, and gain tips for engaging with employers during virtual events.Zoom
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Wednesday, Oct. 21, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.Ways to Help Avoid Fraud and Scams (Virtual) Learn how to recognize common scams, protect yourself and your loved ones, and stay organized to help prevent fraud.Zoom
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Thursday, Oct. 22, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.LinkedIn Learning 104: LinkedIn Profile: Key Sections (Virtual) Learn how to create a strong About section and build a standout profile by adding your education, work experience, skills, volunteer activities, achievements, projects, and relevant coursework.Zoom
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Tuesday, Oct. 27, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.Understanding the Virtual Career Fair (Virtual) Learn what to expect before, during, and after the virtual career fair.Zoom
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Wednesday, Oct. 28, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.21st Century Skills: Empathy (Virtual)
Learn why empathy is important and ways to incorporate empathy at work.
Zoom
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Thursday, Oct. 29, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.LinkedIn 105: Networking on LinkedIn – Making Connections (Virtual) Learn how to connect with classmates, professors, alumni, and professionals; how to write personalized connection requests, and the importance of networking in career development.Zoom
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These workshops help students build professional relationships, gain new ideas, improve their skills, and access current, relevant job market information for those seeking employment.