To have an effective career guidance and counseling program, it is necessary to know and use pertinent resources. This module provides facilitator guidelines for training staff in the use of three "Rural America Series" handbooks: (1) "Resource Assessment" which depicts a major step in the planning process, (2) "Career Guidance Resources" which contains abstracts of material and program resources, and (3) "Desk Reference" which presents ideas relating to program implementation and answers to career guidance questions presently asked of counselors. The module considers types of resources (material, human, facilitative, and organizational); how to identify local resources through personal knowledge, the telephone directory, other directories, and various local organizations; and how to develop a systematic resource management system. Techniques used to present these concepts and resources include large group presentation, simulation, and discussion. A module overview, detailed facilitator outline, and sample participant materials and transparency masters are included. (NEC)