Information Portfolio (Books)
Careers Scotland contract with Trotman Directory to supply these resources at discounted prices. Discounts are available to all schools and colleges in Scotland for books purchased from Trotman Directory.
For prices and how to order:
By email: orders@trotman.co.uk
By Ordermaster: Ordermaster
By phone: 0870 900 2665
Resources marked with * should be ordered directly from Continuing Education Gateway linda.wilkie@ceg.org.uk
Finding Out About Careers
Careers in Scotland 2008*
Information on range of careers listed under 26 career areas, including relevant Scottish courses from National Certificate to Post Graduate
Careers 2008
Information on over 750 jobs presented in a user friendly format. Available in loose leaf or bound format.
Applying for Work and Training
Great Answers to Tough Interview Questions
A guide on how to handle interview situations with strategies for answering over 200 interview questions.
Interview questions and how to answer them.
Job Application Handbook
Checklists, techniques and samples to assess your skills and plan your job application strategy.
Ready Made CVs
Sample CVs for a wide range of applicants and vacancies, which can be adapted to to meet your needs.
Job Seeking Skills 2008*
A practical workbook with help on sourcing vacancies, telephone techniques, application letters, application forms, interviews. Aimed at young people.
Practice Psychometric Tests
Introduction to psychometric tests. Includes over 50 genuine tests from SHL, the biggest test publisher in the world.
How to Find Work When You Are Over 50
Information & advice on all aspects of job hunting for the over 50s.
Working for Yourself
Information on legal issues, marketing, IT tax, premises and accounting for those considering self employment.
What Color is Your Parachute 2007
An American book which looks in detail at self assessment, career planning and the job application process. Aimed at adults
Going to College and University
UCAS Scottish Guide 2008
Essential directory of all UCAS undergraduate courses in Scotland. Lists information on “going rates” for all courses
UCAS Big Guide: University & College Entry 2008
Complete “offer” information on all the main courses at British Universities
How to Complete Your UCAS Application
“Does just what is says on the tin!” Also includes useful information on completing the Personal Statement.
CRAC Degree Course Guides 2007-8
Detailed information on specific degrees, set out in tables to allow easy comparison between courses.
Degree Course Offers 2008 entry
Course listings of all UK university undergraduate courses. Courses are listed by subject, then by UCAS points required. Also lists Highers required.
Student Book 2008
More general informal information on UK universities, student life, cost of living, accommodation etc.
Getting into American Universities
Detailed and practical guide on applying to US universities and colleges
Students' Money Matters 2007
Detailed information on student finance in easy to understand English
Educational Grants Directory 2007-8
Details on 1600 sources of financial help for students, with a UK total of £60 million
What Do Graduates Do 2008?
Information on the latest employment statistics of new graduates, plus commentary on what the trends really mean
Year Out and Working Abroad
Gap Year Guidebook 2007
Explores different options available during a gap year. Information on hundreds of useful organisations.
International Voluntary Work
Information on the range of voluntary work available throughout the world
Working Abroad
Country by country profiles including employment legislation, taxation etc.
Summer Jobs Abroad
Concentrates specifically on summer vacancies abroad. Information on types of work, wages and where to apply
Additional Needs
COPE
16+ options, information on specialist colleges, accommodation and qualifications
Disability Rights Handbook 2007-8
Information on benefits and related services for additional needs clients and carers.
Welfare Benefits and Tax Credits Handbook 2007-8
Information for benefit claimants on everything related to the range of welfare benefits
Professional Issues
Careers Information Handbook 2007
Formerly the CIOLA Handbook. Useful practical support for teachers on all aspects of Careers Information.
