1. Job Acquisition Module
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2. Job Applications
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3. Overview Gather information for a job application
Complete a job application using the guidelines discussed
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4. “I believe filling out job applications is…”
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5. The Application Personal information Position desired
Education and Training
Special job-related skills
Licenses
Accomplishments
Employment history
References
Signature
Date
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6. Personal Information Name (not nickname) Address Phone Numbers
Address
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7. Position Desired Title Category Status (part-time, full-time, etc.)
Date you can start
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8. Education and Training
Academic
Career and Technical or Vocational School
Schools attended
Dates attended
Degrees/Certificates
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9. Job Related Skills, etc. Types of equipment Computer skills
Special training
Certifications
Licenses (CDL, etc.)
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10. Employment History Begin with most recent job
Employer’s name, address, phone
Job title
Salary
Reason for leaving
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11. References People who can speak positively about you
Have their permission before listing
Have current contact information
Have several to choose from
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12. Application Guidelines
Ask for a job description
Make a copy
Pay attention to directions
Type if possible
Use black or blue ink
Don’t exaggerate
Fill in all blanks
Print
Proofread carefully
Sign
Attach resume
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13. Sample Application
Complete the sample application in your student handbook
Use checklist
Proofread
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14. Summary
Gathering and recording complete and accurate information for completing a job application is important.
Be honest, prepared, and thorough
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