The job market continues to change, as does the way we look for work. This course examines the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview.
In order to make the most of this course, make sure you first complete Getting Your Job Search Started course, or identified target positions and completed a full skills assessment and goal setting exercise.
This will help you know how to:
- Speak about yourself using descriptive language.
- Apply the essential elements of cover letters and resumes.
- Understand the need for pre-employment testing and what to expect in your target market.
- Design a personalized portfolio.
- Develop a plan that moves them to a new job within 60 days.
Course Content
LessonsStatus
1
Session One: Course Overview
2
Session Two: Who Are You?
3
Session Three: Writing the Resume
4
Session Four: Creating a Noticeable Package
5
Session Five: Cover Letters
6
Session Six: Getting into the Flow
7
Session Seven: The Portfolio
8
Session Eight: Refining and Perfecting
9
Session Nine: Dealing with Awkward Points
10
Session Ten: Getting to a New Job in 6 Days
11
Session Eleven: Goal Setting
12
Session Twelve: Thank-You Notes
Description
The job market continues to change, as does the way we look for work. This course examines the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview.
In order to make the most of this course, make sure you first complete Getting Your Job Search Started course, or identified target positions and completed a full skills assessment and goal setting exercise.
This will help you know how to:
- Speak about yourself using descriptive language.
- Apply the essential elements of cover letters and resumes.
- Understand the need for pre-employment testing and what to expect in your target market.
- Design a personalized portfolio.
- Develop a plan that moves them to a new job within 60 days.
Course Content
LessonsStatus
1
Session One: Course Overview
2
Session Two: Who Are You?
3
Session Three: Writing the Resume
4
Session Four: Creating a Noticeable Package
5
Session Five: Cover Letters
6
Session Six: Getting into the Flow
7
Session Seven: The Portfolio
8
Session Eight: Refining and Perfecting
9
Session Nine: Dealing with Awkward Points
10
Session Ten: Getting to a New Job in 6 Days
11
Session Eleven: Goal Setting
12
Session Twelve: Thank-You Notes