The School with a Heart

Academy of Learning Niagara

Job Search and Resume Writing provides students with both traditional and innovative job-search techniques and resume writing skills required to gain employment in today's global marketplace.

The course combines theoretical, how-to information with hands-on practical applications. Students are required to draw on their own experiences; to identify work preferences, accomplishments, technical and transferable skills; to research, organize, and analyze information; and to apply their knowledge in a series of job search preparation and implementation tasks.

During the course, students will develop and apply such skills as setting goals; developing job search strategies; using planning and organizing tools; maintaining records; communicating; decision making; and negotiating.

This course follows a job search process in which, among many other things, the student is provided with the opportunity to create effective resumes and covering letters using traditional and innovative methods, as well as develop and refine skills in organization, time management and communication. In addition, students will set up a tracking system, create a budget, identify a support system, identify goals, set up a home office, and monitor their time and schedules.

Course Prerequisite (s)

• Windows Level 1
• Microsoft Word Level 1
• Microsoft Excel Level 1 or Microsoft Access Level 1
• Introduction to the Internet or equivalent knowledge