Career & Life Resources
Unemployment Resources
Unemployment
A summary with general guidance to employers, workers, and job seekers who may be impacted by the COVID-19 coronavirus.Employee Rights: Paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
From the U.S. Department of Labor
COVID-19 Unemployment
From the TN Department of Labor & Workforce Development. This will help guide patrons through filing for unemployment.
High School Equivalency and GED Resources
High school equivalency exams are tests available for people age 16 and older who did not finish high school. Passing one of these exams earns a certificate that is accepted as a high school diploma. Prepare for the HiSET, GED and TASC with online practice tests and ebooks. You must make an account with a valid email to access the practice tests and e-books.
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Career & College Resources
U.S. Citizenship
One of the steps you need to take to become a United States citizen is to pass a citizenship test. This exam consists of English reading and writing material, along with U.S. history and government questions. You can apply for naturalization through the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Contact them for more information about the naturalization process. You must make an account with a valid email to access the practice tests and e-books.
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TOEFL
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) measures your English skills by testing reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The TOEFL® test is offered in 130 countries around the globe. The test is designed to evaluate your mastery of the English language and your ability to be successful in an English-speaking academic environment. The TOEFL exam comes in iBT (internet based) or PBT (paper based) formats. You must make an account with a valid email to access the practice tests and e-books.
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TOEIC
The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) is an English language test designed to measure the English skills of people working in an international environment. Organizations around the world use the TOEIC ® exam to hire, place, and promote employees. You must make an account with a valid email to access the practice tests and e-books.