How do I create a skills-based resume?

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 .

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 :

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:

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:

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:

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Be like Ryan, and create a skills-based resume to apply for the job you want!