Start using CVBuilder

It takes just 10 minutes to do a workout and 30 minutes to build your CV.

What is it?
The CV Builder helps you to think about what you've done in previous jobs and the skills you've gained in everyday life. Packed with tips, templates and fun activities, it helps you create a CV which looks professional and gives you a great chance of getting an interview.

How do I access it?
CVBuilder is available online now. To order a CD Rom version please ring 01623 469030.

What's included?

• Life Skills Tool helps you identify your skills and qualities
• Workouts tell you all about CVs, covering letters and application forms
• CV Builder Tool takes allows you to create your CV step-by-step. More confident users can download templates to get them started.

There's advice for each stage of the job-hunting process, from how to find a job to preparing for an interview. There are also ideas to help you to get on at work once you've got a job.

Who is it for?
It's perfect for people who lack confidence or career experience and might have difficulty selling their skills on a CV or application form, or in an interview.

What are the key benefits?
CV Builder is:

• easy to use - with instructions every step of the way
• modular - you can work through it all or just pick the parts you need
• flexible - you can print out your CV or save it and come back to it later.

Download the CV Builder fact sheet (PDF) here.

Research paper
Download 'What do guidance practitioners and end users want from a CV Builder?' (PDF) - a report on the consultation with practitioners and end users to establish what they wanted from a CV Builder.

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