Instructions for filling in the Europass CV
WORK EXPERIENCE
Replace with dates( from- to) Example:
September 2007- Present
• Focus on the work experience that gives added weight to your application.
• Add separate entries for each experience. Start with the most recent.
• If your work experience is limited: o describe your education and training first;
o mention volunteering or( paid / unpaid) work placements which provide evidence of work experience.
• If you are applying for a position you have no prior experience of, underline skills gained from previous jobs relevant for the position. For example if you apply for a managerial position but have never worked as manager, emphasise that your previous position involved significant responsibility and decision-making duties( delegation, coordination, training staff, etc.)
Replace with occupation or position held.
Examples:
Maintenance technician / Receptionist / Ice Hockey Volunteer Coach
Replace with employer’ s name and locality( if relevant, full address and website). Example: Anderson and Dobbs Ltd., 12 Highland Road, Edinburgh EH3 4AB, United Kingdom Indicate telephone, fax, e-mail or Internet address only if required. Example:
Tel.:( 44-31) 123 45 67- Fax( 44-31) 123 45 68- E-mail: J. Robinson @ andes. co. uk http:// www. anderdobbs. co. uk
Replace with main activities and responsibilities. Examples:
▪ maintenance of computers
▪ relations with suppliers
▪ coaching a junior Ice Hockey team( 10 hours / week)
If necessary, quantify your responsibilities( percentage of working time, length of time spent on each occupation, etc.).
Business or sector Replace with type of business or sector. Use only if required. Examples: Business or sector Transport and logistics / Auditing / Manufacturer of motor vehicle parts
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Replace with dates( from- to) Example:
September 2004- June 2007
Add separate entries for each course. Start from the most recent.
Replace with qualification awarded.
Example:
National Vocational Qualification( NVQ) Level 2: Bakery Service
Avoid using abbreviations on their own( e. g. NVQ). Replace with name and locality of education or training organisation( if relevant, country). Example: South Wales Technical College, Cardiff Replace with a list of principal subjects covered or skills acquired. Examples: General
▪ English, Welsh, Mathematics, Spanish
▪ physical education
Occupational
▪ occupational techniques( making of standard breads, fancy breads, cakes and pastries)
▪ science applied to food and equipment( microbiology, biochemistry, hygiene)
▪ occupational technology( basic principles, hygiene and safety)
▪ knowledge of business and its economic, legal and social context. Focus on the occupational skills which would be an asset if you were appointed.
Replace with EQF level if relevant
Example: EQF level 3
PERSONAL SKILLS
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