PURPOSE OF THE CV WORKSHOP

To show participants the difference between a traditional CV, as produced by the majority of schools, colleges and "CV experts", and a modern, functional CV that emphasises their strengths and abilities. Participants will then have the opportunity to draft the main components of their own functional CV, which can then be used as an effective selling tool in their quest for a job.

PROGRAMME CONTENT

Participants will:

• recognise the different types of CV
• recognise the importance of having an up-to-date CV
• understand the various purposes a CV can serve
• select the type of CV most appropriate to their needs
• identify the components of a modern, functional CV
• complete a hand-written draft of their CV
• complete (with the facilitator) a word-processed CV
• appreciate basic (word-processed) CV presentation techniques

TRAINING TECHNIQUES

The seminar involves a combination of one-on-one or small group work, with information provided by the facilitator, as well as work carried out by the individual participants.

In one-on-one sessions the participants will, with the facilitator's assistance, produce a copy of their CV, together with a version on floppy disk for their own use. The composition, structure and production of a suitable covering letter to go with the completed CV can also be offered (if appropriate).