The computer lab offers software for career exploration and job search. A lab pass from the receptionist is required before entering the lab. Counselors are available for assistance not related to equipment.  A Lab Assistant is available for technical assistance.

Resources available in the Computer Lab include:

• Internet access for job search activities

• Links to a variety of job banks and employment related services

• Microsoft Office suite
• Access (data base program)
• Excel (spreadsheet program)
• PowerPoint (presentations program)
• Word (word processing program)

• WinWay Resume Writer (resume guide)

• EUREKA C.C.S.I. (career research and self-assessment guide)

• Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing (typing tutorial)

• Prove it! to assess current job skills

We also have:

Assistive Technology

Some of the workstations in the computer lab provide greater accessibility for those of you who want or need added features while working on the computer. These workstations include:

• textHELP - helps with reading and writing in any windows application
• WYNN Literacy and WYNN Wizard - reads aloud from the internet

• Adjustable motorized table height
• Screen magnifier with screen reader (ZoomText)
• Ergonomic keyboard and mouse
• Additional keyboard for limited limb mobility
• JAWS - enables computer access for blind or low vision user

• Intelli-Keys keyboard - provides large type, picture templates & templates for hand tremor

Headphones are also available. Be sure to ask the Lab Assistant for help when using any of this technology.