2. Lesson B7-6 Illinois CTE Curriculum Revitalization Initiative Family and Consumer Sciences Unit B Employability in Family & Consumer Sciences

3. Lesson B7-6 Illinois CTE Curriculum Revitalization Initiative Family and Consumer Sciences Problem Area 7 Gaining Employment

4. Lesson B7-6 Illinois CTE Curriculum Revitalization Initiative Family and Consumer Sciences Lesson 6 Writing a Résumé and Letter of Application

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.”

12. 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.

13. 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

14. 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

15. 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

16. 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

17. 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?