1. CV WRITING Raj Dhanda Prospects Services Careers Adviser

2. What is a CV? Curriculum vitae ~ an outline of a person’s educational and professional history. Flexible and convenient way to make applications (part-time work, apprenticeship) Marketing document ~ ‘sell yourself’ There is no ‘one best way’

3. CV Example Highlight the positive and negative points from the CV example provided What do you consider to be the most important aspects of a CV? Any improvements? Any other comments?...

4. What do I include? Personal details ~ *Sensible email address! Personal Profile Education and Qualifications Employment, Work Experience or Volunteering ~ In and outside of school! Skills and Achievements Interests References

5. How do I present my CV? Ideally no more than two sides of A4 Clear and concise Chronological order Accurate in content, spelling and grammar Professional font Good quality paper No creases, no marks or stains…. Include covering letter

6. CV Plan Tailor your CV to the job you are applying for whether it is for work experience, volunteering or part-time employment Write notes: key dates, practice personal profile, think of transferable skills…. Type it up ~ use a CV template or design your own Ask someone to have a look at your CV….