Job Central

Whether looking for your first job, a career change or are newly unemployed, your public library has resources to help you land that job. These include books, online tests, recommended Web sites, computers, WiFi and printing services at your disposal. Come in, get your card, and get started!

tests image. Job & Career Accelerator

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Job & Career Accelerator will help you plan and execute an effective job search that's based on your experience, interests, and goals.

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LearningExpress Library provides interactive online practice tests and tutorial courses designed to help you succeed on licensing tests. You'll get immediate scoring, complete answer explanations, and an individualized analysis of your results.

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Cattaraugus County One Stop

175 North Union Street, Olean, New York

Orientation/Career Planning Workshop

Orientation and Career Planning Workshop provides an overview of the job search and career development resources and services offered through the One Stop and an introduction to the Resource Area.

This workshop also provides information on a variety of career research tools, steps necessary for achieving specific goals, formulating training plans and discovering financial aid resources.

Starting the Job Search/Effective Interviewing

Starting the Job Search workshop is geared toward setting work preferences, identifying transferrable skills, compiling your work history, and managing stress. You will also prepare for an interview with sample interview techniques.

Building a Basic Resume Workshop

Building a Basic Resume Workshop is geared toward helping people who don't have a resume or need some help improving their current one.

Very Basic Computer Class

Very Basic Computer Class for adults aged 54 or under covers Microsoft Windows and Word.

Class size is limited. Call (716) 373-1880 to register. For those over 55 who are interested in this class, contact Pat at (716) 373-1880 ext. 266.

Using the Internet for Job Searching

Using the Internet for Job Searching workshop is a review of how to use the Internet to improve your job search.

Interview Assistance Workshop

Haven't been to an interview in a while? Need a little help understanding what employers are looking for? In this workshop we will review commonly asked questions in interviews, why your answers are so important, what is appropriate to wear and what to do after the interview. Come prepared to be interviewed.

Resume Critique Advice

Think your resume is ready for employers? Put it to the test. This workshop is for those who already have a resume and would like some constructive criticism. Get advice on how to improve it, and some refreshers on its purpose. Please bring a copy of your most up to date resume.

TABE testing

For a basic skills assessment to establish reading and math levels call (716) 373-1880 ext. 230 for an appointment.

BOCES GED Classes

For more information about GED classes, call Phil Stock at (716) 376-8293

Christ United Methodist Church
633 Linwood Avenue, Olean, NY
Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Olean's Friendship Center (716) 372-0208
121 North Union Street, Olean NY
Monday & Wednesday, 9:00 - 11:45 AM
Cuba Library (585) 968-1668
39 East Main Street, Cuba, NY
Monday & Wednesday, 4:30 - 7:30 PM

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BOCES Adult Ed
Offers a variety of classes on diverse subject areas, for a broad range of skill levels. Whether you're looking for personal growth opportunities or trying to expand your professional abilities
Math Refresher Courses

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