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Essential Software Tools

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 About Tech Tools Free Software Presentation
 Tech Toys Software  Websites

Counselors will be well served by developing proficiency skills in the use of the following types of software.  Some of the suggested software is commonly purchased by employers, or may need to be individually purchased by the consumer.  You may also find free equivalent software which you can download  (see Free Software).

  • Word Processing  (e.g Word)

  • Spreadsheet (e.g. Excel)

  • Internet Browser

    • Internet Explorer, Firefox for Windows or Mac, Safari for Mac or Windows

  • Personal Information Manager (Outlook)

    • Email, Contacts, Calendar, Tasks

  • Student Information Database 

    • Schedule, Family Contact, Grades, Attendance

  • PDF Creator

    • Adobe Acrobat

  • Photo Editor

    • Photoshop Elements

  • Web Editor

    • Dreamweaver; Google Sites; Weebly

  • Video or Voice Conferencing Software:  Skype 

    • Free Download - Video and Phone Conferencing from skype.com

 
 
VCDA is a proud Division of the Virginia Counselors Association (VCA), and
a State Division of the National Career Development Association (NCDA).