Shortcuts to Career Development Resources for Girls and Women

The resources below have been compiled as part of ACTEW’s “Shortcuts” guide to provide print and web resources that are sensitive to the career development needs of girls and women. Each section is designed to walk the female learner through the process of identifying skills, researching employment options, and taking action. Other sections provide French-language resources, information on non-traditional occupations, and business and self-employment. The guide is available in both English and French versions. Click here to order print versions.

Know Yourself

The information in this section will help with self-assessment of personal skills and attributes that can help you choose an occupation.

Know the Occupation/Know the Market

This section provides information on researching employment possibilities in the chosen occupation.

Take Action

Information on resources for preparing your resume, planning job search strategies and building job experience.

Science, Technology and the Trades

Contains resources dedicated to science, technology and the trades.

Women in Business and Entrepreneurship

This section provides information on women in business.

French Language Resources

This section is a highlight of French language resources.

Other Recommended Resources

This section lists other recommended resources.

Shortcuts to Career Development Resources for Girls and Women is produced by ACTEW. Funded by the Province of Ontario, Ontario Women's Directorate.

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