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spitfire78
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« on: June 30, 2006, 09:10:18 pm » |
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I've been wanting to update my resume for a really long time now. I don't mean to update it as far as content, because that is pretty much current, so much as style. My resume is in a very old style, and I'd like to make it more "modern". I've done a little looking around on the web and I have an idea of where I'm going to head with it.
My question is: how important is it to list your education? Let me explain: I'm 45 years old and never went beyond high school.
It seems silly to me at this point in my life to list my high school diploma! All of the resume samples I've seen on the web list education. But then most of them list a college degree.
I've worked at the same place for 25 years and don't see myself leaving it any time soon. But you never know what might come up, either internally or externally. I'd like my resume to stand on its own more so than it does at this point.
Opinions please??
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JessW
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« Reply #1 on: July 03, 2006, 09:26:24 am » |
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Hi there Spitfire.
Can you let me know what specs you are using on your cv and I might be able to help (eg typeface, font, margins, what categories of sub-headings you are using etc). If you want, send it to me and I will come up with a few ideas to achieve your goal and then you can decide which bits you like the most!
Jess (I have my own computer, no boss and lots of time on my hands!)
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tinkerbell
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« Reply #2 on: July 05, 2006, 12:44:17 pm » |
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I think it's standard to list at least your last school and subjects (but maybe not grades if not relevant)
I don't have a degree and only list my 2 A level subjects but not grades (D and N!)
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Katie G
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« Reply #3 on: July 05, 2006, 03:12:28 pm » |
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I wouldn't mention your high school on the resume -- you'll probably have to provide it on an application anyway. I'd take that space and list anything you've done to keep your skills updated -- maybe it was a software course at the local library, maybe it was in-house training, maybe you attended a seminar. It doesn't necessarily have to add up to a degree program.
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spitfire78
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« Reply #4 on: July 05, 2006, 04:00:46 pm » |
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Jess - thanks so much for your offer - that's very kind of you! I've been looking through some resume formats on the web, and I came across one I like. So, I know what style I'm going to use. The first paragraph is a brief description of my experience and knowledge. My largest area will be "Professional Experience". Most of my professional experience is with the same company since I've been here so long. But my other jobs were also admin work, so they are relevant also and will be included.
I've scribbled it on a tablet for now. Once I get it typed, I may take you up on your offer!
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spitfire78
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« Reply #5 on: July 05, 2006, 04:03:01 pm » |
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Thanks, Didface! That's just what I was looking for. I do have some courses I've taken (mostly in-house stuff) but I could definitely list that under the "Education" part. It certainly seemed silly to me to list my high school education, but then again, I didn't want someone to think that I never graduated. You're right, though, that would be on the application, so it would still be covered.
Thanks to all - you're the best!
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JessW
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« Reply #6 on: July 05, 2006, 04:40:46 pm » |
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Any time!
Jess (going for interview tomorrow AT LAST and need to impress them - eeks!)
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