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Test Prep

Learn-A-Test

An online study tool to help you ace that test! Covers both academic and vocational tests and certifications, as well as basic skill reviews. Work at your own pace, in your own place - anywhere you have an Internet connection. Your test results are completely private. All you need is a PBC Library card, and it's completely FREE.

Military.com

Get help with the Armed Services test.

ACT Testing Service
ACT test information.

CollegeBoard
Learn about AP, CLEP, EQUITY 2000, PSAT, SAT. Includes test dates.

Educational Testing Service Network
Gateway to the tests: SAT, ACT.

Kaplan.com
Information about test-taking, choosing a college and other college-related information.
 

Study Guide Zone
A series of free study guides and resources on a variety of standardized tests.
 

Careers

America's CAREER INFONET
Find wages and employment trends, occupational requirements, labor market conditions and more.

Be a pilot!
Get your first flying lesson for $49.

Become a Librarian!
Considering librarianship for a career?

Career Voyages
Explore career options.

Dice
High-tech jobs online.

Job and Career Sources
Especially for teen-job seekers.

Job Profile
Find out how your interests can match your job.

Kentucky Workforce Investment
Connects Kentucky to employment opportunities, workforce information, education and training.

Kentucky Office of Employment and Training
Provides job services and labor market information.

NASA Jobs & Student Opportunities
NASA is more than astronauts...
come join the team!

Occupational Outlook Handbook
Shop around for a career that interests you.

Riley Guide *****
Find your way around online job sites and services. . .with a librarian.

Volunteering

@ Your Library!
Be a computer tutor...

AmeriCorps
A network of national service programs that strive to meet needs in education, public safety, health, and the environment.

Careers! What to be...
Explore career information; what interests you? From the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

DoSomething
Volunteer opportunities.

Gain Experience -
U.S. Department of Labor
Job shadow, intern, volunteer, apprentice.

My Future
Find out more about Military Services.

Official military sites. . .
   Air Force
   Air National Guard
   Army
   Army National Guard
   Coast Guard
   Marine Corps
   Navy

Peace Corps
Volunteer overseas!

Rising Star Internships
Search for internships nationwide.

Servenet
The premiere site for service and volunteering.

Volunteer Match
Dedicated to helping everyone find a great place to volunteer.

College

Braintrack
Links to higher educational institutions in over 100 countries.

Collegenet
Go to college and change the world!

Community College Web
Links to over one thousand community college web sites.

Library Education in Kentucky
Lists the different types of programs available in Kentucky, and available degrees and accreditations.

Peterson's Education Portal
Financial aid, test preparation, college search, and alternatives to college.

Princeton Review, The
Applying for colleges, test prep, and career page.

Teen Ink
Application essays and college-related articles all written by teens.

U.S. News
College rankings, getting started, financial aid and more.
 

Financial Aid

101 Top College, University, and Scholarship sites
Links to free scholarship search services.

Athletic Scholarships-About.com
Looking for a college athletic scholarship?

College is Possible
Planning and preparation are key...

eStudent Loan
Compare the costs of student loans.

FAFSA
Free application for student aid.

Fin Aid!
One of the most comprehensive financial aid sites on the web.

Financial Aid Resource Center
Here's help regarding financial aid for college.
 

Job Skills-Local

Aero Tech
Lexington - 859-254-8906
Pilot training, FAA testing.

Career Development Center
Lexington - 859-273-3340
Offers 5 different educational programs with certification for vocational specialties. Financial aid and job placement assistance available.

Central Kentucky Technical College
Lexington - 859-246-2400
Academic, general education, and technical curricula leading to certificates, diplomas and associate degrees.

Nash Academy - Pet Care
Lexington - 859-276-5301
Looking for a career that allows you to express yourself and your love for animals? Or just love your dog and want to become a more responsible and knowledgeable owner?