1. How To Fill Out A Job Application WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS 1

2. Learning Objectives This lesson will be used to prepare students for the real-world of work. To gain experience in filling out a job application. To practice writing and filling out sample job application forms on multiple levels. 2 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS

3. Pre-test - True or False 3 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS 1.You should use a blue or blank ink pen to fill out a job application, 2.It is important to fill out all pertinent information. 3.You must lie about bad job experiences. 4.References are not important. 5.Arrive early with a neat appearance.

4. Resources and Technology 4 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS This link appeals to viewers of all multiple intelligences… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIRvxk9Gcf8 Great websites: ezinearticles.com/?How-To-Fill-Out-A-Job- Application www.nhlink.net/employme/new.htm (Includes a sample)

5. Preparing to get a Job Application 1.Arrive to the establishment early in the day clean and neat 5 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS

6. Picking Up The Job Application 2. Request 2 copies in case of error 6 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS

7. Filling Out The Job Application 3.Read directions before you write Use a ball point pen and print only Write legibly and neat 7 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS

8. Filling Out The Job Application 4.Write in all fields. If not applicable write n/a. Go the extra mile filling out details Use complete spelling and vocabulary 8 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS

9. Filling Out The Job Application 5.Sell yourself! Be honest – you can be fired from the job at any time if you have lied on a job application. Write skills that match your Resume 9 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS

10. Completing the Application 7.Have someone proofread and check application References are important, add them! Time to hand in the application 10

11. Post Test 1.You should use a #3 pencil to fill out a job application, False 2.It is important to fill out all pertinent information True 3.You’ll lie about bad job experiences False 4.References are not important False 5.Arrive early with a neat appearance True 11 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS

12. Assessment 1.Visit 3 employers based on individual Career DNA. 2.Obtain and complete the job applications 3.Utilize information from this lesson 4.Hand in 3 applications for review 12 WORK-BASED LEARNING VIRTUAL CAMPUS