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C V Workshop

C V Workshop. For speakers of other languages. Introduction. Information session Explain how to write a CV Help you identify your skills Help you lay out your own CV. What is a CV?. A document which states your experience, skills, qualities, training & qualifications

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C V Workshop

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  1. C V Workshop For speakers of other languages

  2. Introduction Information session • Explain how to write a CV • Help you identify your skills • Help you lay out your own CV

  3. What is a CV? • A document which states your experience, skills, qualities, training & qualifications • A positive statement about yourself • A document to get you to the interview stage of the recruitment process • Provides an employer with clear information about you.

  4. When can a CV be used • Replying to advertised vacancies • For speculative applications to potential employers • To assist with the completion of application forms • As a tool for preparing for interviews • A prompt for use during a telephone interview

  5. What to Include in a CV • Contact details • Personal profile • Key skills • Experience – work history, volunteer work, other relevant experience • Education, qualifications and training • References

  6. What Not to Include • Date of Birth • Marital Status • Nationality • Passport number • NI number • Hobbies & Interests – unless relevant

  7. Tips for Completing your CV • Use good quality white paper • Should be neat, clear and typed – maximum 2 pages • Check spelling and grammar • Summarise skills, qualities and achievements relevant to the specific job you are applying for – make up a different CV for each job

  8. Tips for Completing your CV • Try to match your skills & experience to what is asked for in the job description • Research the requirements for the job • Do not lie – lying is fraud • Keep a reference copy • No stories – short bullet pointed facts – easy to read

  9. C.V. contents • Name & Contact Details • Personal Profile - statement of your experience & knowledge relevant to job • Key Skills- personal, professional • Employment History – what, where, when : information on work activities/ responsibilities • Education – school, college, university, work based qualifications • Other Information – e.g. driving licence, awards • References – statement that they are available

  10. Advice & Information from Careers Scotland • CV Builder on website • Assistance from staff in layout & format • Use of computers to type CV • Free Information Sheet: Examples of different CVs and How to Produce a CV • Help with identifying your skills • Reference books on CV Preparation • Advice on Sources of Vacancies

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