Getting Started

Writing a Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A CV is a short account about you, your work experience and qualifications. It should ideally be two sides of A4 giving a potential employer key facts about yourself. You might send a CV to an employer when applying for a job in writing or online. If you have a disability which means you are unable to produce a written or typed CV, you could send an audio version of your CV.

• Your personal adviser will be able to show you how to set out a CV and give you examples of CV formats.
• You might be able to put a CV together using equipment at your local careers service and library.

There is no set format, but you may find it useful to include the following:

• personal details
• personal profile/career history
• achievements
• work history
• training/qualifications
• interests/spare time activities
• references