How to write a CV

I have an introductory task for you.

A CV is one of the most important documents you will ever write/create. It is a selling tool for you. It communicates your strengths and suitability for posts.

The following website has some great information on how to write a good resume (as the Americans call it) and indeed it illustrates the different versions of CVs that are possible.

http://www.cvtips.com/

YOUR TASK:

Using the best information you have at present, create a word document (you may wish to use the CV template in word or create tables) and turn it into your first CV.

Your CV has to contain some basic information:

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name Give this in full with your surname in capitals.

Address Full present address where you can be contacted during
the day. Include your postcode. Also include your telephone
number and email address.

Date of Birth Date, month and year of birth in full.


Education Give details of secondary schools you have
attended together with dates. It is not necessary
to give details of your primary education.

Qualifications Give information about examinations you have
taken/will take and the grades or levels obtained or that
you expect to obtain.

Work Experience Give details of your work experience placements.
include reasons why you decided to go to the firm,
what you did and what you gained from the
placement.

Hobbies/Interests Give details which may be helpful in the
job for which you are applying. For example -
I enjoy working with ICT.

Personal Qualities Highlight the personal characteristics
which will be useful in your work.

Referees This is two people who will say something positive
about you, a bit like a character witness!

So you have one period to create the CV document and enter in the important information. Remember and use ACTION WORDS, words that mean something like CREATED, ORGANISED, RESEARCHED, LED, COMMUNICATED etc.

This is possibly the most important task you will ever do in school. Honestly!

Welcome

This is Mr McGowan wishing this year's Higher Admin cohort the very best in their studies for 2008-09.

Just think, the Higher Admin exam was yesterday, in less than 12 months time that will be you!