Ryan is just about to graduate college and wants to find a job related to his studies in dentistry. He has never had a job as a dental assistant but knows that his resume will have to be tailored to the skills he learned at school.
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Ryan decides that a creating skills-based resume is best for highlighting his education, skills, and experiences. It's a good option for people with little job experience, who are changing careers, or have gaps in their work history .
Include Contact Information
Add your name, address, phone number, and email to your resume.
If you don't feel comfortable putting your whole address, write the city and state/province.
Here's how Ryan formatted this section :
Include a Summary of your Qualifications (SOQ)
Add skills specific to the job you want to apply for, as mentioned in the job description.
Here's an example of a dental assistant's responsibilities :
Here's how Ryan formatted his Summary of Qualifications (SOQ) to incorporate skills from the job description:
Quiz
One of the responsibilities mentioned in the job Ryan is applying for is taking x-rays. He's certified to take x-rays but is still nervous about executing this skill. How can he include this information in his resume?
Include Work Experience
Add paid, volunteer, and/or internship experiences. This should comprise:
job title
company name and dates worked
summary of duties: quantify your duties to show your achievements and build credibility
Here is how Ryan formatted this section to highlight his achievements:
Include Education Experience
Add your most current education first, with the following information:
degree/diploma title
date (or expected date) of graduation
name of school and location (city and state)
Here is how Ryan formatted this section to list his education and credentials:
Quiz
Ryan is in his final year of college, and is expected to graduate with his degree in February, 2022. Should he include this information in his resume?
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