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Description
This course is
directed to the needs of professional writers keen to enrich the quality
of their professional communications to secure that elusive job
interview for their clients. Pre-requisites are simply a desire to
improve and an understanding of resume fundamentals. It is assumed that
the participant is aware of what a resume is and the reason a resume is
required in the job search process. The e-course is self-paced, allowing
each participant the opportunity to absorb information and respond
within the confines of your job and lifestyle. Each module has been
created to take in a specified order, much like the layout of a resume.
Résumé writing is a noble profession that helps clients to realize their
potential. By refining your craft, we all benefit.
Objectives
At the conclusion
of this e-course participants will: Have a greater understanding of the
construction of resume content that defines achievements and sets the
scene to achieve a client's goal.
Develop resume layouts that are clean,
uncluttered, consistent and attractive.
Produce high-impact resumes devoid of
clichés and fluff.
Elevate the potential of achieving resume
writing certification with Career Directors International by
demonstrating an unequivocal command of the resume writing process.
Earn the
Certified Advanced Resume Writer
(CARW) credential with a
Gold Pass.
Topics
Each module when completed and passed
will prepare you for the next module. Participants can devote any amount
of time necessary to complete each module subject to their lifestyles
and work pressures. Modules include:
So
You Want to be a Resume Writer?:
This
42-page module is an
introduction to the perils and pitfalls, and highs and lows associated
with commencing a resume writing career as a small business
entrepreneur. Touching on the basics of resumes, who receives them, why
they are needed and more, this module also provides individuals
considering resume writing as a career with advice on issues perhaps not
considered before such as how to help friends and family members,
whether to discount, how to get noticed, and maintaining work-life
balance when working from home.
The "Rules" of Resume Writing: Are
they myths or reality? Much is said about resumes most of which has no
basis in fact. Learn to sweep out the clutter of misconceptions and move
forward. A quiz will follow that will test comprehension.
Creating the Foolproof Action Plan:
Takes the participant through the seven steps of planning a resume.
Word Processing Basics: Section
provides direction on layouts—from tabs, to shortcuts, font,
punctuation, and style.
Analyzing the Components: Use the
action plan to create the resume fundamentals.
Finishing and Polishing with Power
Words: Discusses the folly of using repetitive words and phrases,
and how to rewrite phrases for maximum power without excess.
Tricky Situations: What to do with
a challenging background or desire to secure a job in a different field.
How to effectively use the CAR principle when you feel you have no
achievements.
Creative Jobs Versus Creative Resumes:
Should graphics be used on a resume? When? For what type of individuals?
Including or Excluding: What
should be included in a resume?
Tricks with Numbers: How to make
an impact by the way you write numbers.
Dealing with Absences: How to
address employment gaps.
Putting it all Together:
Participants are invited to demonstrate learning through the submission
of a resume, and by analyzing a resume that contains errors discussed
throughout this e-course. The document will be assessed, and if passed,
will be considered suitable for use as a sample document to submit for
assessment by accreditation panels.
BONUS MODULE:
The following module is
complementary and is required for successful course completion.
 Introduction to DISC Profiling: A Resume Writer’s Best Friend. Now, as well as learning the art of resume writing, you are provided
with a Bonus module with suggested retail price of $59.95 — FREE! Written by Jane
Roqueplot, Certified Behavioral Analyst in DISC, Jane takes you through
the basics of DISC so that your knowledge can help you capture your
client’s “personal brand” and expedite the writing process. And, as an
added bonus, a free Management/Staff DISC profile, with a suggested
retail price of $90, is
given away to those who complete the course. That's $149.95 worth of value
provided free.
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