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.
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.
- To schedule a one-on-one appointment, please email careerhelp@noce.edu.
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
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Importance of Having an E-mail Address
Access Your NOCE Student Email and Microsoft 365
Once you register for NOCE classes, you are automatically assigned a student email account. Your email address is your 8-digit student ID number followed by @student.noce.edu (Example: 01234567@student.noce.edu). Your password is the same one you use for MyGateway and Canvas. By signing in with your NOCE student email, you’ll have access to Microsoft 365, including Outlook (email), Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Teams, and other Microsoft applications. Be sure to check your student email regularly, as it is the official method of communication for important college announcements and career opportunities.
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What is myGateway?
North Orange Continuing Education, Fullerton College, and Cypress College use myGateway as the online student portal, which contains all the tools necessary for registration, student schedules, and grades.
Requirements:
- Valid e-mail address – Please be sure to have your most current e-mail address on file with NOCE. Otherwise, you risk missing important registration updates and information.
How to Access my Student Email
How to reset passwords in myGateway
How to update contact information in myGateway
How to Complete Online Orientation
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What is Canvas?
Canvas is a cloud-based learning management system that is the primary online system for NOCE classes. Canvas tools are designed and available to be used on web browsers, mobile devices, and tablets. Click the links below to find out more about Canvas and how to set up an account.
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
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
| Date | Time | Workshop Title and Description | Location |
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| Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Resume Basics: Stand Out on Paper using VMock (Virtual) Learn how to use VMock, career tool to help you build your resume and help you stand out. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
| Monday, Sept. 7, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Internet & Online Safety (Virtual) Learn how to protect yourself while using the internet. Learn how to create strong passwords, recognize scams, and browse the internet securely. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
| Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026 | 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Virtual Reality Workshop (In Person) Introduction to Virtual Reality | Career Skills and Resource Lab, room 606, Anaheim Campus |
| Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Introduction to Handshake (Virtual) Learn how to use Handshake, on online job board to look for jobs. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
| Monday, Sept. 14.2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Cover Letter Basics: (In Person) Learn the purpose of a cover letter, how to tailor it to a specific job, and how to highlight your skills, experience, and qualifications. | Career Skills and Resource Lab, room 606, Anaheim Campus |
| Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026 | 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Virtual Reality Workshop (In Person) Learn how to navigate and stay safety | Career Skills and Resource Lab, room 606, Anaheim Campus |
| Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Professional Email Writing (Virtual) Learn how to write clear, professional, and respectful emails to instructors, school staff, supervisors, and coworkers. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
| Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Cover Letter Basics: (Virtual) Learn the purpose of a cover letter, how to tailor it to a specific job, and how to highlight your skills, experience, and qualifications. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
| Monday, Sept. 21, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Excel for Beginners (Virtual) This workshop will introduce you to the basics of creating and formatting spreadsheets, entering and organizing data, using simple formulas and functions. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
| Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026 | 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Virtual Reality (In Person) Explore and have fun with the virtual headsets. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
| Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Professional Texting and Voicemail Etiquette (Virtual) Learn how to communicate professionally through text messages and voicemail in both academic and workplace settings. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
| Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Introduction to Handshake (In Person) Learn how to use Handshake, on online job board to look for jobs. | Career Skills and Resource Lab, room 606, Anaheim Campus |
| Monday, Sept. 28, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | PowerPoint Beginners (Virtual) Learn the basics of PowerPoint and create professional presentations. This workshop will cover how to create slides, add text and images, and apply themes and layouts. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
| Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | 21st Century Skills: Communication (Virtual) Learn why communication is a core professional skill across all industries and how to communicate clearly and professionally. | Zoom RSVP: noce.edu/workshops |
These workshops help students build professional relationships, gain new ideas, improve their skills, and access current, relevant job market information for those seeking employment.
