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.

A Career Resource Center instructor helping a student

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 hours of operation. 

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 services offered in-person.

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


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 provides students with valuable feedback on improving 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
  • A resume should have a chronological or functional style.
  • 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 score on your resume and then breaks down the percentage into three different 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

Linkedin Learning Logo

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 are looking to enhance your resume, prepare for interviews, learn new software, or develop skills that employers value, LinkedIn Learning offers flexible, on-demand resources that allow you to 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 Description
Monday, Aug. 10, 2026  5 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.
Monday, Aug. 10, 2026  5 p.m. – 6 p.m.  How to Use Canvas (In-person)
Learn what Canvas is, how to use it, and how to upload assignments.
Tuesday, Aug. 11, 202612 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.How to Reset MyGateway Password (In-person)
Learn how to reset your MyGateway password to regain access to Canvas and your student email account.
Tuesday, Aug. 11, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.How to Use Canvas (Virtual)
Learn what Canvas is, how to use it, and how to upload assignments.
Tuesday, Aug. 11, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.How to Use Zoom (In-person)
Learn how to use Zoom.
Wednesday, Aug. 12, 20265 p.m. – p.m.How to Access Your NOCE Student Email (In-person) Learn how to access your student email and reset your password.
Thursday, Aug. 13, 202612 p.m. – 1 p.m. How to Reset MyGateway Password (Virtual)
Learn how to reset your MyGateway password to regain access to Canvas and your student email account.
Thursday, Aug. 13, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.How to Access Your NOCE Student Email (Virtual)
Learn how to access your student email and reset your password.
Monday, Aug. 17, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.How to Use Canvas (In-person)
Learn what Canvas is, how to use it, and how to upload assignments.
Tuesday, Aug. 18, 202612 p.m. – 1 p.m. How to Reset MyGateway Password (In-person)
Learn how to reset your MyGateway password to regain access to Canvas and your student email account.
Tuesday, Aug. 18, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.Time Management and Study Tips for Student Success (In-person)
Build effective routines, prioritize tasks, and develop study strategies that help you succeed in school.
Wednesday, Aug. 19, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.Account Recovery: Username and Password (In-person)
Learn how to recover your account by resetting your username and password.
Thursday, Aug. 20, 202612 p.m. – 1 p.m. How to Reset MyGateway Password (In-person)
Learn how to reset your MyGateway password to regain access to Canvas and your student email account.
Thursday, Aug. 20, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.Introduction to the Career Skills and Resource Lab (Virtual)
Learn about services to help you in your current classes and resources to help you prepare for the workforce.
Monday, Aug. 24, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.How to Use Canvas (In-person)
Learn what Canvas is, how to use it, and how to upload assignments.
Tuesday, Aug. 25, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.Time Management and Study Tips for Student Success (Virtual)
Build effective routines, prioritize tasks, and develop study strategies that help you succeed in school.
Thursday, Aug. 27, 20265 p.m. – 6 p.m.21st Century Skills: Resilience (Virtual)
Learn what resilience is and how to build this skill to help you in the workforce.

These workshops allow students to develop professional relationships, acquire new ideas, improve their skills, and access current, relevant job market information for those seeking employment.