Write a good resume

Audience
‍The course is designed for job seekers, students, people in transition and others who want to strengthen their presentation in the labor market. It is also suitable for career counselors, NAV supervisors, HR professionals, and managers who help others with resumes and application processes. Participants do not need any prior knowledge, but should have a desire to highlight competencies in a professional and structured manner.

Learning objectives
‍The course provides participants with a practical and holistic understanding of what a CV is, how it is used by both job seekers and employers, and how it can be adapted to different positions, industries and HR processes. Participants learn how to build a clear and targeted resume, avoid common pitfalls, document experiences through testimonials and course certificates, and share resumes in a safe manner that safeguards privacy.

After completing the course you will be able to

• explain what a CV is and describe how it is used in application processes, internal career development and project work
• identify and structure the main parts of a professional resume, such as contact details, summaries, work experience, education, courses and competencies
• adapt your CV to different positions and industries by actively using job advertisements and mirroring relevant keywords and requirements
• formulate concrete descriptions of responsibilities, tasks and measurable results that clearly demonstrate your competence
• recognize and avoid common mistakes such as too little or too much information, lack of customization, outdated content, and unclear roles
• schedule regular updates of resumes, collect and use documentation such as diplomas, certificates, course certificates and project descriptions
• share your CV in a targeted manner in digital and analogue channels and at the same time protect your personal data through good choice of content and recipients