Business and Job Skills

Improve your job and technology skills with online learning platforms and workforce development resources.


Reference Solutions


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Research and analyze U.S. companies, industries, and consumers. More

 

LinkedIn Learning


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Courses and tutorials taught by industry experts covering a variety of topic and skill areas. More

VetNow


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Free live online help for veterans, and their families. More

LearningExpress


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Nearly 1,000 online tutorials, practice tests, and eBooks to improve skills required for academic and career success. More


A to Z eResources

Adult Learning Tutorials- LearningExpress Library

Supports adult learners in developing core skills in math, reading, communication, and citizenship. More

America's News - via NewsBank

News sources from across the US. Includes same day access to issues of the Santa Rosa Press Democrat and San Francisco Chronicle. More

Computer Skills Center

Fundamentals of computers, the internet and popular software applications with easy-to-follow video tutorials. More

Coursera

Flexible job-relevant online learning for individuals and organizations, from more than 200 universities and companies. More

GED / High School Equivalency Center

For students working to complete their GED. More

Get Set Up

A resource for adults over 55 to learn new skills, connect with others and unlock new life experiences. More

Learning Express

Nearly 1,000 online tutorials, practice tests, and eBooks to improve skills required for academic and career success. More

Legal Information Reference Center

Full text and complete forms from Nolo Press books, written by lawyers for consumers and small business. More

LinkedIn Learning

Courses and tutorials taught by industry experts covering a variety of topic and skill areas. More

LinkedIn Learning Blog

Free courses to anyone who doesn't have a library card. Links and information for job seekers, educators, remote workers and more. More

The New York Times - At Library Access

Free access to unlimited New York Times articles and content for Sonoma County Library cardholders while using library computers or WiFi. More

The New York Times - Remote Access

72-hour remote pass to New York Times articles and content. More

Northstar

Self-guided modules used to test computer and technology skills. More

Occupational Exam Prep - LearningExpress Library

Information specific to career exploration and exams. More

Press Democrat

Explore local news, events and people online with the Press Democrat. More

ProQuest Newspapers

Articles from over 2,800 newspapers, newswires, blogs, and other publications in 14 languages from around the world. More

Recursos Para Hispanohablantes - LearningExpress Library

Spanish language materials offering GED, American citizenship test preparation and other tools. More

Reference Solutions

Research and analyze U.S. companies, industries, and consumers. Reference Solutions by Data Axle covers millions of businesses, from major corporations to small businesses and sole proprietorships. More

Resume and Job Searching- LearningExpress Library

Assistance with the process of exploring careers and preparation for the hiring process. More

San Francisco Chronicle - via NewsBank

Current PDFs of San Francisco newspaper editions. More

Skillshare

The sign-up period for Skill Share has ended. Patrons who signed up for access before 09/30/23 can log in at Skillshare.org to view and complete their courses. Thousands of inspiring classes for creative and curious people.More

Small Business Reference Center

Research starting a company, operations management and sales, and growing or rescuing a business. Full text and complete forms from Nolo Press books, written by lawyers for consumers and small business. More

Tutor.com

Access more than 3,600 expert tutors for one-to-one, real-time tutoring in over 40 subjects and test preparation areas. Spanish language materials too. More

ValueLine

Accurate and insightful investment research on companies, industries, markets and economies. Use data, tools and proven ranks to evaluate investments with confidence. More

VetNow

Free live online help for veterans, and their families. More

The Wall Street Journal

The latest news coverage on the Wall Street Journal website. Note: The sharing of sign-on credentials is not permitted. More

Washington Post (At Library Access)

24/7 online access to The Washington Post website while using library computers or WiFi. More

Washington Post (Remote Access)

24/7 online remote access to The Washington Post website. More