Work Immersion Lesson 5

WORK IMMERSION LESSON 5
APPRECIATING THE IMPORTANCE OF CREDENTIALS
Resume is a short document used to summarize a job seeker’s experience and

qualifications for a prospective employer. It includes the job seeker’s contact
information, work experience, education, and relevant skills in support of a job
application.
Through this record of both your personal background and accomplishments, it

helps the employers to evaluate whether you are qualified for a particular job or
not.
Importance:
1. A well-organized, tailored resume will increase your chances of landing in an interview.

2. It gives the hiring manager an overview of the qualifications you have for the job for
which you’re applying.
Tips in Writing a Resume
• Begin resume by writing your full name, address, telephone number, fax, a*
• Write an objective. The objective is a short sentence describing what type of work you
hope to obtain.
• Use dynamic action verbs such as accomplished, collaborated, encouraged, established,
facilitated, founded, managed, etc.
• Begin work experience with your most recent job. Include the company specifics and
your responsibilities.
• Do not use the subject 'I', use tenses in the past, except for your present job. Example:
Conducted routine inspections of on-site equipment.
• Place your work experience before your education. In English speaking countries,
especially in the United States, work experience is the most important factor in hiring.
• Ask for permission to use someone as a reference before you interview for a position.
It's also a good idea to let your references know that you will be interviewing if you
haven't interviewed for a while. In this way, references will be in the loop if a potential
employer calls or sends an email for further information. But don’t include the contact
information of your references on your resume. The phrase available upon request will
suffice.
• Your entire resume should ideally not be any longer than one page. If you have had a
number of years of experience specific to the job you are applying for, two pages are
also acceptable.
Aside from producing a resume, you also have to learn how to write business letter. It is an
official form of communication used for several business purposes such as presenting
proposal, filing a leave, or even in applying for a job.
Below is an example of application letter applying for a higher position. Study the parts and its
content.
Another important skill you need to learn is filling out application forms. Most employers,
colleges, training organizations etc. produce their own application form, which you need to
complete when applying for a job, course or training program. This is your first opportunity to
create a good impression and meet the standards and criteria set by the company, college, and
training organization. Remember you only get one chance to make an initial good impression.
The time taken to complete an application form can be rewarded with an interview, therefore
allow yourself plenty of time to complete the form.
Read the following guidelines to help you.
• Read the whole form carefully before completing it.

• Make a rough copy and ask someone to check it.
• Write neatly and use black ink or biro.
• Follow instructions exactly, it may ask for BLOCK CAPITALS in some sections.
• Answer the questions fully, using sentences where possible.
• Write your address in full, not forgetting the post code.
• Make sure you list all course and qualifications. List examinations taken or about to be
taken. Enter estimated grades if known.
• Complete the section on previous employment by entering part-time jobs, paid or
voluntary, and your work experience placement.
• Include the things you enjoy doing in your spare-time in the interests and activities
section.
• Use the opportunity to sell yourself in the section which asks for further information. Try
to relate your strengths to the skills and qualities that the employer will be looking for.
• Check if your application is accurate and has no misspelled words.
• Keep a copy of your application form for future reference.
• Use your Personal Education Plan (PEP)/progress file and action plan to help you
complete the form.
• Return your application form promptly – there is often a closing date for receipt of
applications.
• Don’t leave blank spaces, write ‘not applicable’ (N/A for short) or none to questions that
do not apply to you.
Besides resume and application forms, you will also need other documents such as: Barangay
clearance, Police clearance, mayor’s clearance and medical certificate. How do you get them?
You have to visit the barangay hall, and other offices where they are being processed.
What is Barangay Clearance?
This certificate is usually requested for employment requirements, ID application, supporting
documents in application to government agencies, supporting documents to medical
certificates, Affidavits, and whenever any office requests or requires it.
The certificate is signed by the Barangay Chairman. Stamped and sealed with the official
Barangay Seal.
What is Police Clearance?
Police Clearance is a document issued to a person to prove and certify that he/she is free and
cleared from any case, liability, crime, offense, and bad record in the local town or municipality
he/ she is currently residing. The Police Department or PNP Station is authorized to issue this
certificate to any individual under its jurisdiction.
Police Clearance is usually requested when you apply for a job either local or abroad or when
you need to show some supporting documents in applying for an ID like passport or when a
government agency or any office requires it. Police clearance is valid for 6 months while NBI is
valid for one year.
Obtaining a Medical Certificate
It is so important for medical practitioners to keep in mind their legal and professional
responsibilities when issuing medical certificates. When issuing a medical certificate, it must
be honest and not misleading.
Practitioners may only sign medical certificates they believe, to be completely accurate. This
means the medical certificate must be based on facts known to the doctor. Many doctors
require a consultation before providing a medical certificate. This includes the practitioner’s
own observations as well as information provided by the patient. Any medical statements in
the certificate must have a factual basis.
With this being said, medical practitioners may decline to issue a certificate. This may occur if
they do not consider that absence from work is necessary given the nature of the illness. This
could also be if a certificate is requested retrospectively. The practitioner must be confident
about the facts of the matter.
Job Interview Skills
Developing skills in interview is a must for all would-be young professionals, who, after
graduating from Senior High School or College will certainly apply for a job.
A job interview is an interview consisting of a conversation between a job applicant and a

representative of an employer which is conducted to assess whether the applicant should be
hired. How you answer questions during job interview can have a big impact on you being hired
or accepted as an employee.
The interview is frequently impromptu in character. There are two general types:
1. Private interview consists of talking between an employer and a job applicant or

between school official and student seeking admission into college. In this kind of talk, the
person interviewed is assessed and evaluated by means of his responses during the interview,
by his personal appearance and by his qualities as a candidate for acceptance or admission into
the organization.
2. The public interview is a formal or informal talk performed before a large group of
audience who may or may not be present within the premises where the interview takes place.

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WORK IMMERSION LESSON 5

APPRECIATING THE IMPORTANCE OF CREDENTIALS

Resume is a short document used to summarize a job seeker’s experience and

Through this record of both your personal background and accomplishments, it

1. A well-organized, tailored resume will increase your chances of landing in an interview.

Tips in Writing a Resume

Read the following guidelines to help you.

• Read the whole form carefully before completing it.

What is Police Clearance?

Obtaining a Medical Certificate

Job Interview Skills

A job interview is an interview consisting of a conversation between a job applicant and a

1. Private interview consists of talking between an employer and a job applicant or

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