The following seminars are available through the Professional Development Series to provide you with additional information and support:
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FORMATTING YOUR RESUME PT.1– EXT.0572
This seminar is focused on resume formats and participants will determine the most effective format for their resume and skill set. Participants will practice tailoring their resume to a specific job, learn formatting tricks and create a draft resume as part of the seminar.
WRITING AN EFFECTIVE RESUME PT. 2– EXT.0591
Participants will learn what the different sections of a resume are, how to organize them strategically and how to target the content of your resume for the job or organization you are applying for. This seminar will also discuss how to highlight relevant transferable skills acquired through work and volunteer experiences.
COVER LETTERS– EXT.0562
Upon completion of this seminar, participants will understand the different purposes of a cover letter and understand the essential elements; including how to effectively write a targeted cover letter; how to conduct proper research on the market/industry/company and apply it in your letter; how to validate your skills through examples and understand who your audience is.
INTERVIEWING—EXT.0575
Participants will apply their knowledge of how to prepare and structure answers for different types of interviews. Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be able to communicate their skills, knowledge and interests in an interview; understand what the employer is looking for and how to tailor answers accordingly; and know how to present your personal brand in an interview setting. Importance of professionalism in dress, body language and image will also be discussed.
