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Preparing a successful, role-specific CV
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Course description
This module aims to help the reader to prepare a successful curriculum vitae (CV) that demonstrates what they have to offer in response to an advertised nursing post.
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Learning aims and intended outcomes
- Describe the main components of a CV
- Understand why it is important to review the job description of the post concerned and your personal and professional skills
- Summarise important considerations in the preparation of your personal statement
- Outline important aspects in the presentation of a CV
Syllabus
- Introduction
- Main components
- Reviewing the job description
- Personal skills and achievements
- Writing a personal statement
- Final checks and presentation
- Conclusions
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Syllabus
- Introduction
- Main components
- Reviewing the job description
- Personal skills and achievements
- Writing a personal statement
- Final checks and presentation
- Conclusions
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