1. Prepare for the World of Work.
A. Developing job-keeping skills
B. Writing a letter of application *
C. Preparing a resume *
D. Completing a job application form *
E. Participating in a job interview *

2. Bell ringer: Define terminology
Acceptance of criticism
Application form
Competence
Dependability
Diet
Discretion
Empathy
Enthusiasm
Honesty
Hygiene
Job interview
Patience
Posture
Professionalism
References
Responsibility
Rest
Resume'
Self-motivation
Tact
Willingness to learn

3. Professional Qualities of a Health Care Worker.

4. Class assignment:
Read Unit 3 in DHO and complete “Something to Think About” handout

5. Have students review HOSA dress requirements and write an “agree” or “disagree” paragraph, explaining why they agree or disagree.
All students will read/research the “job” they are going to apply for, in preparation for the next three lessons.

6. Read “Developing Job Keeping skills” in DHO.
Page
Ask students to recall steps for keeping a job.

7. Letter of Application

8. Letter of Application Send with resume’ Goal = to get an interview
Typewritten on good quality paper
MUST be neat, complete, correct format, no errors
Address it to the correct individual
correct spelling of name
correct title
No name? Address it to “Personnel Director” or to the department head

9. Letter of Application: Contents
Paragraph One
Purpose for writing
Interest in position
If advertisement, name & date of publication
If referred, name and title of the referring person

10. Letter of Application: Contents
Paragraph Two
Why you are qualified
Why you want to work there
Paragraph Three
State “resume’ included”
May reference features of resume’

11. Letter of Application: Contents
Final Paragraph
Your contact information (telephone # and times available)
Thank you

12. Resume’

13. Resume’ Thorough yet concise Education, experience, abilities
Makes you appear qualified
Typed, attractive and well organized
Good quality paper Correct spelling and punctuation

14. Resume’ (continued) Straight, even margins
If copies, be sure they are clear and appealing in appearance
Format varies, find a style that fits
One page sufficient

15. Parts of a Resume’ Personal Identification Employment objective
Education Background
Employment Experience
Skills
Other activities
References

16. Resume’: Points to Consider
Honesty the best policy
A or B average – include it…if lower, don’t mention it
Select format that fits your information
Look at sample resumes’
Be sure envelope is typed – addressed correctly

17. Preparing for a Job Interview

18. Preparing for a Job Interview
Bring your wallet card and/or resume’
Research the company/job so you’ll show knowledge of the position you seek
Be sure you know the date and time of the interview, and the person’s name you’ll interview with
Dress appropriately! A dark suit is usually a good idea
Wear conservative makeup, hair
Be sure your teeth are clean, and wear antiperspirant
Arrive minutes early

19. Job Interview
Greet interviewer by name, smile, introduce yourself, firm handshake
Use correct grammar
Speak slowly and clearly, don’t mumble
Be polite
Maintain eye contact

20. Job Interview (continued)
Answer questions thoroughly
Do NOT smoke, chew gum, or eat anything
Sit up straight (good posture)
Smile, but don’t giggle
Be yourself

21. Job Interview (continued)
Listen carefully to the interviewer and be sure you answer the questions asked, don’t interrupt the interviewer
Never discuss personal problems or finances
Do not criticize former employers

22. Job Interview (continued)
Answer questions truthfully
Think before you respond
Brag about yourself a little
Do not immediately ask about salary or benefits – usually the interviewer will bring up the subject

23. Job Interview (continued)
When asked if you have questions, you should ask about job responsibilities, career opportunities, continuing education, or job orientation
Don’t expect to know about the job at the end of the interview
And the end, thank the interviewer and shake hands
Send a thank-you note, indicating your continued interest in the job

24. Common Interview Questions

25. Common Interview Questions
Why do you want to work here?
What makes you think you can do this job?
What work experience have you had? Why did you leave?
What subjects in school do you like best? Least?
Do you participate in extra-curricular activities?
What are your career goals?

26. Common Interview Questions
What do you plan to be doing 5 years from now?
What are your greatest strengths? Weaknesses?
What salary do you expect?
Have you ever had any serious illness?
Why should we hire you?
What questions do you want to ask?

27. Write one “new, exciting, and unique interview question” on an index card.