Test Preparation Resources

Exploring your career options and preparing for professional or certification exams are key steps in achieving your academic and professional goals. This guide highlights online tools and databases available through the James C. Kirkpatrick Library (JCKL) that can help you:

• Discover career pathways aligned with your interests and skills
• Access study guides and practice tests for academic, occupational, and certification exams
• Learn about trade and technical fields, financial literacy, and workplace readiness skills

All listed resources are electronic and available remotely with your UCM network login.

1. Start with Self-Assessment

Use surveys or career interest tools (like those in BlueCareer or CareerOneStop) to identify your strengths and interests before diving into specific exam prep or skill resources.

2. Combine Multiple Resources

For example, use Mometrix eLibrary for test prep, Financial Fit to plan your career finances, and BlueCareer to explore trades or certifications that align with your goals.

3. Use Keywords Strategically

When searching databases:

• Combine terms (e.g., “medical assistant certification” AND “exam prep”)
• Use filters to narrow by subject or format (e.g., “practice test,” “video”)
• Review related subjects suggested within each platform

4. Track Your Progress

Create a study plan and bookmark modules or tests you want to revisit. Many databases allow you to create an account to save progress.

5. Ask for Help

Your librarians are here to guide you through resource selection, searching, and citation support!

Study skills resources