| By Gale Staff |
Public libraries are increasingly at the center of workforce development efforts in their communities helping students, job seekers, and career changers build the skills and confidence they need to succeed. Now, one of the most comprehensive tools in this mission has earned top honors:
Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep has been named the 2025 EdTech Breakthrough Award winner for Career Readiness Solution of the Year.
This prestigious recognition underscores the platform’s innovation, impact, and value in supporting learners on their academic and professional journeys. This award is more than a badge of honor—it’s a testament to how public libraries can play a transformative role in workforce development by offering patrons access to cutting-edge career and education tools.
“We’re honored to be recognized as the ‘Career Readiness Solution of the Year’ by EdTech Breakthrough,” said Brian Risse, Vice President of Sales for Gale and Thorndike. “This award highlights our commitment to empowering learners with the tools they need to navigate their next educational or career milestone—and it reinforces the vital role libraries play in supporting community growth and opportunity.”
Public libraries play a vital role in bridging the education gap, offering free access to learning and career resources that empower individuals—regardless of background. As the workforce continues to evolve, libraries are uniquely positioned to support career readiness, lifelong learning, and economic mobility, especially for underserved populations.
Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep strengthens this mission by providing a robust digital platform that meets the diverse needs of patrons. By removing barriers to education and career advancement, libraries can open doors to opportunity and help individuals build brighter futures.
Here’s how libraries can leverage this award-winning platform to support workforce development:
Comprehensive Test Prep
Patrons can access practice tests, online courses, and eBooks for a wide range of exams, including:
- Standardized tests like the SAT, GMAT, AP exams, and U.S. Citizenship
- Vocational and certification exams for fields such as real estate, law enforcement, medical/nursing, cosmetology, and many others.
Career Exploration & Planning
The platform’s career assessment quiz helps users identify paths aligned with their interests. From there, they can:
- Build resumes using customizable templates
- Access career advice and job search tools
- Save job listings and track applications
College & Scholarship Search
Students and parents can explore schools based on location, cost, and academic offerings, and find scholarships with eligibility details and application instructions.
Bilingual Access & Personalized Experience
With content available in English and Spanish, and features like goal setting, progress tracking, and personalized accounts, the platform ensures accessibility and engagement for all users.
Continuous Content Updates
New materials—including flashcards, video content, and updated practice tests—are regularly added to support different learning styles and keep users prepared.
About the EdTech Breakthrough Awards
The EdTech Breakthrough Awards recognize the most innovative, impactful solutions in the global educational technology industry. Winners are selected based on innovation, performance, ease of use, functionality, value, and impact, and represent the companies and products shaping the future of learning. This recognition underscores the exceptional value public libraries can deliver by offering Peterson’s Test and Career Prep to their patrons.
Ready to Empower Your Community?
Public libraries interested in supporting workforce development and lifelong learning can explore Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep with a free trial.
