Module 6 - Writing your first CV

Module 6 helps you to understand what a CV is, when you need one and what information to include. You can have a go at writing your first CV.

Work your way through the Writing your first CV Module, completing the activity. To get the most out of this module, we suggest that you complete the Planit Portfolio interactive tool. However, if you would prefer, you can complete the activity on paper first.

Teacher/Trainer Notes

If you are a teacher or trainer, view the accompanying module notes, which include aims, outcomes and which career management skills and senior phase criteria the module meets.

If completing this as a paper-based exercise, print out Activity 1 Sample CV as well as the content before delivering it.

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Module 6 - Writing your first CV

Teacher/Trainer Notes

Part 1: Get prepared

Module 1 - All about you

Module 2 - The job market today

Module 3 - Where to look for work: Contacts and networking

Module 4 - Where to look for work: Using websites

Module 5 - Where to look for work: Using social media

Part 2: Apply

Module 6 - Writing your first CV

Module 7 - Matching your skills to a job

Module 8 - Applying by letter or email

Module 9 - Phoning about a job advert

Module 10 - Application forms and online application systems

Module 11 - Making speculative applications

Part 3: Getting the job

Module 12 - Preparing for an interview

Module 13 - A standard (strengths-based) interview

Module 14 - Competency-based interviews

Module 15 - Video and telephone interviews

Module 16 - Sitting selection tests

Part 4: The outcome

Module 17 - The job offer and starting work

Module 18 - Not getting the job

Part 5 : Working life

Module 19 - Basic employment rights

Module 20 - Employee behaviour in the workplace

Module 21 - Understanding your pay

Module 22 - Health and safety in the workplace