Libraries: Career Information: Explore Your Future

Career Resources For HCC

HCC's Career Coach
Find descriptions and employment outlook here.
HCC CareerHub
"HCC CareerHub is the largest online Career Services destination in the city of Houston! Houston Community College is pleased to present to you this new and engaging job search/networking tool! Connecting HCC Talent with Houston employers is our daily goal! "
Job and Career Accelerator
LearningExpress Job & Career Accelerator gives job seekers the tools they need to explore careers, find open positions, apply for jobs and get hired. Create your personal account to get started.
JobsNowHouston
"JobsNowHouston showcases in-demand occupations and the accelerated certificate and education pathways offered at HCC to obtain these jobs. The goal of this page is to easily connect you with to relevant programs and certifications that will get you back to work fast."
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"JobsNowHouston showcases in-demand occupations and the accelerated certificate and education pathways offered at HCC to obtain these jobs. The goal of this page is to easily connect you with to relevant programs and certifications that will get you back to work fast."
LearningExpress Library
LearningExpress Library is an easy-to-use online test prep resource that helps people improve their core academic skills, earn a high school equivalency, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, find a job, change careers, become a U.S. citizen and much more. Create a personal account to best use this resouce. Learn to Use Learning Express Library 3.0
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Learn more about using LearningExpress Library with this video playlist -
Mometrix eLibrary
If you see a Bad Gateway error from on-campus, try this link: https://portal.mometrixelibrary.com/ * Access study materials and practice tests for over 1800 different standardized exams. * Prepare for aptitude tests, licensing, and professional certification in a variety of fields such as military, healthcare, insurance, and more * Improve workplace skills such as business, finance, and computer skills. * Prepare for college and graduate school admission tests including the GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, MAT, CLEP, and SAT, as well as Advanced Placement testing. * Improve or refresh basic skills in English, Language Arts, and Math. Learn to Use Mometrix eLibrary
Nerd Wallet Cost of Living Calculator
Professors usually require students to use this site to compare the cost of living in Houston with other cities. Remember to compare two *cities,* not counties or entire states.
O*NET OnLine
O*NET OnLine (Occupational Information Network) is administered and sponsored by the US Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Occupational Outlook Handbook is from the US Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics. This online, searchable version of the OOH contains information on training, education, expected growth, conditions, and more for a wide array of careers.
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For tips on searching the Occupational Outlook Handbook, check out the short video below -

Need more information about employment projections? Check below -
Texas Reality Check
"It's difficult to predict the future, but it's never too early to start planning for it. Texas Reality Check will show you how much your living expenses will cost, and the amount of money you will need to earn to pay for them."