Veterans can utilize the services provided with VetNow and receive help finding eligible VA Benefits, get help navigating the VA system, access live resume coaching and interview resources, and more! Brainfuse's VetNow program is free for PCDL patrons to use with their library card and PIN.
Please visit VetNow's PCDL login page to begin utilizing the service.
Full list of services provided by VetNow:
- Send Question: send questions outside of the live hours and receive an answer within 24 hours.
- Veteran Resources: carefully selected national and local resources to help you understand your benefits and community resources.
- Live Tutoring: live online help from expert tutors. The following topics are included:
- Computer and Tech
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- English
- Reading
- Writing
- Job Search
- JobNow
- Live Resume Help
- Resume Writing
- Veterans Support
- Math
- Algebra I
- Algebra II
- Basic Math
- Calculus
- College Algebra
- Geometry
- Pre-Algebra
- Precalculus
- Trigonometry
- Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Computer and Tech
- SkillSurfer: live skills building and a library of lessons, videos, tests, and more. The following areas are covered:
- High School (9-12)
- Reading and literature
- Writing and communication
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies
- AP Exam Prep
- High School Equivalency Tests
- The GED
- GED en español
- The HiSET
- HiSET en español
- College
- Admissions help
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- College entrance test prep
- PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP Prep, TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, CLEP Prep, THEA, Nursing Entrance Exams (TEAS, HESI)
- Accuplacer Exam
- Preparation Guide
- Practice Exams
- Career Prep and Job Resources
- Career Information and Credentialing
- 130+ careers to choose from
- Job Resources and Resume/Interview preparation
- Essential Computer Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Business/Career Writing
- Business letters and professional emails
- Career Information and Credentialing
- Praxis Test
- Praxis practice tests
- ASVB preparation and practice
- Nursing School Exams
- TEAS practice tests
- HESI practice tests
- NCLEX/PAX practice exams
- Unemployment Benefits Assistance
- Graduate School Entrance Test Prep
- GRE and GMAT
- Computers and technology
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google, Computer programming certifications
- Research and Presentation Skills
- Research skills, presentation skills, and videos
- Adult Learner Resources
- Basic, intermediate, and advanced skills
- Math, reading writing, critical thinking
- ASVAB
- TABE
- US Citizenship
- Nursing School Practice Tests
- High School Equivalency Tests
- Basic, intermediate, and advanced skills
- ESL (English as a Second Language)
- Beginning, intermediate, and academic ESL skills
- Reading, writing, common ESL grammar issues
- College Readiness References
- TOEFL
- Beginning, intermediate, and academic ESL skills
- High School (9-12)
- Language Lab: live help for language learners. Connect with a language tutor for Spanish and French or utilize the vocabulary builder for games, quizzes, flashcards, and spoken pronunciations to help learn a new language.
- Writing Lab: expert online writing assistance.
- FlashBulb: create and share flashcards, tests, and games. Pre-made flashcards are also available for hundreds of subjects.
- Live Resume Coaching: receive resume assistance from live experts.
- Unemployment Assistance: receive expert assistance with completing unemployment benefits forms.
- Job Resources: a compilation of national and local job resources
- SkillsFirst: an award-winning resume creation software that offers job interview preparation, and more!
- Interview Resources: carefully selected resources to help you prepare for your interview.
- The Pathway to Interview Success
- Interview Tips
- 100 Potential Interview Questions by Monster.com
- Dress for the Interview
- Live Interview Coaching: receive interview coaching from live experts
- eParachute: discover the college majors and careers that match your skills and interests.
- Resume Templates and Resources: get started by downloading a winning resume template and reviewing resources.
- Interview Tips: helpful tips for interview success.
- Before the interview
- At the interview
- Common questions and sample responses
- Answering substantive questions
- Questions to ask the interviewer
- The don'ts of interviewing
- After the interview
- Live Veteran Navigator: receive help from an expert navigator who will help you with finding and accessing eligible VA benefits and community resources.
- Live Job Coaching: receive live job coaching from a job coach expert and receive help transitioning your resume from military to civilian careers, including translating military skills, keywords, and more.
- Resume Lab: attach your resume and/or cover letter to be reviewed and analyzed by a resume expert. Resumes are returned within one business day. Receive help transitioning your resume from military to civilian careers, including formatting, keywords, transferable skills, and more.