Lesson B7-6 Illinois CTE Curriculum Revitalization Initiative Family and Consumer Sciences Unit B Employability in Family & Consumer Sciences
Lesson B7-6 Illinois CTE Curriculum Revitalization Initiative Family and Consumer Sciences Problem Area 7 Gaining Employment
Lesson B7-6 Illinois CTE Curriculum Revitalization Initiative Family and Consumer Sciences Lesson 6 Writing a Résumé and Letter of Application
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 Interest Approach What is the purpose of a Résumé? Identify aspects that are common to all of the résumés and letters.
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 Student Learning Objectives Explain the purpose of a résumé. List the main items that should be included in a résumé. Describe the purpose of a letter of application and its primary elements.
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 Terms Career objective Curriculum vitae Explanation of intent Letter of application Personal data sheet Résumé Statement of qualifications
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 What is the purpose of a résumé? A résumé is a written summary of one’s education, experience, and other qualifications.
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 Two main purposes of a resume. A résumé provides information about education, work experience, and interests about a prospective employee.
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 Two main purposes of a resume. A résumé also serves as a permanent record that can be placed into a file or attached to a letter or application form.
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 Résumés are sometimes referred to by two other names. Personal data sheet is a term often used because it is easier to properly write. Curriculum vitae is a Latin term meaning “course of life.”
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 A good resume A good résumé is easy to prepare. The content should be accurate and should positively reflect a person’s qualifications. There are six major items that should be included in a résumé.
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 6 parts to a résumé. Personal information Name, address, phone Career objective What do what to accomplish in this career? Education and training High School, extra training, specific skills that may set you apart
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 6 parts to a résumé (part 2) Work experience Former employers, volunteer work experience School and community activities Extracurricular organizations, leadership positions held, community involvement References Use people who can comment on your work ethic, character, and skills
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 Letter of Application A letter of application is a business letter which indicates that a candidate is applying for a job. It should highlight important qualifications you possess and indicate your interest in the position and direct them to your resume Be concise and direct- the goal of the letter and resume is to be read and get the employer interested in you. It provides an important first impression to the employer
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 Primary elements in a letter of application. Explanation of intent Statement of qualifications Restatement of qualifications Conclusion
IL CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences Lesson B7-6 Review/Summary What is the purpose of a résumé? What items should be included in a résumé? What is the purpose of a letter of application, and what primary elements should be included in it?