CV Writing
What is a C.V.?
The initials C.V. stand for the Latin ‘Curriculum Vitae’ meaning ‘course of life’. A C.V. is a short factual account about yourself including your skills and abilities, work experience and qualifications. Ideally it should not be any longer than two A4 sides.
What is a C.V. for?
Your C.V. is your own personal marketing document with the aim to get you an interview and therefore have an influence on what will be discussed at interview.
C.V. information should:
- be clear and concise, allowing the reader to find the information that they require without too much effort
- create a good first impression of you
- be tailored to individual job applications highlighting the skills required for the particular vacancy
- highlight your transferable/specific/core/soft skills, so be positive, do not give any negatives and do not undersell yourself
What to include:
Personal Details - name, address, telephone numbers and email address
Personal Profile - a short statement at the beginning of the C.V. highlighting your selling points
Skills and Qualities – relevant to the position you are applying for
Employment History - in chronological order starting with the most recent position first
Education and Training History – again in chronological order
Achievements – what achievements you have had either work or personal. This is important especially if you are a school/college leaver and have had little or no work experience
Interests – what you enjoy doing in your spare time
References – state that ‘References are available on request’
For further assistance with CVs, please contact a member of staff in the careerzone
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