Summer Skills for the Future You

Peterson’s Test and Career Prep

Summer is a great time to complete test prep, research college programs, find tuition assistance, and explore careers. Check out our website at Peterson’s Test and Career Prep.

Peterson’s also offers test prep  GED, SAT, ACT, AP, PSAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, TOEFL, U.S. citizenship, and more. Log in through our website and chart your future. Find print versions of the study guides at your local library.

Skillmill

Skillmill

Another great and interactive way to learn new skills is through Skillmill. This online and in-person program provides information to:

  • Explore careers in the skilled trades.
  • Gain continuing education units by taking skilled trades courses for free.
  • Prepare for third-party certification exams like EPA 608, OSHA 10, and OSHA 30 for a fee.
  • Learn how to complete home repair projects.

We offer demonstration days – no registration required – using a VR headset at

Waldorf West Branch 

  • Friday, May 23: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
  • Friday, June 27: 2:00pm – 3:00pm

La Plata Branch 

  • Tuesday, May 20: 2:30pm – 3:30pm
  • Tuesday, June 17: 2:30pm – 3:30pm

P.D. Brown Memorial Branch

  • Tuesday, May 06: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
  • Tuesday, June 03: 5:30pm – 6:30pm

The CCPL website has tons of information on vocational schools, colleges, financial aid, and scholarships. 

Get ahead this summer. If you need more help, ask your friendly Charles County librarian for help. You can call us or come in for help at any branch. Don’t delay – start today!