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Resume and CV Writing Courses

Resume and CV writing courses can help you learn how to craft compelling narratives, tailor your documents for specific job applications, and highlight your skills effectively. You can build expertise in formatting, using action verbs, and optimizing content for applicant tracking systems. Many courses introduce tools like resume builders and templates that streamline the writing process and enhance visual appeal, ensuring your application stands out in a competitive job market.


Popular Resume and CV Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Wesleyan University

    Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Journals, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Creativity, English Language, Detail Oriented

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Presentations, Peer Review, Infographics, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Project Design, Data Presentation, Concision, Microsoft PowerPoint

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Project Management, Applicant Tracking Systems, LinkedIn, Recruitment, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Writing and Editing, Verbal Communication Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Telecommuting, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Gap Analysis

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Journals, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Design, Proofreading, Research Methodologies, Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Project: Writing a Research Paper

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Grammar, Style Guides

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Introduction to Technical Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Software Documentation, Technical Communication, Professional Networking, Writing and Editing, Writing, Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Portfolio Management, Target Audience, Visual Design, Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Multimedia, Content Management

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    Starweaver

    Business Writing & Technical Writing Immersion

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Technical Writing, Business Communication, Grammar, Target Audience, Writing and Editing, Report Writing, Editing, Technical Communication, Proofreading, Communication, Prompt Engineering, Productivity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    High-Impact Business Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Concision, Editing, Grammar, Proofreading, Business Communication, Report Writing, Global Marketing, Writing, Target Audience, Communication, Virtual Teams, Press Releases, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Communication Strategies

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    Skillshare

    Creative Writing: Crafting Personal Essays with Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Honesty, Storytelling, Journals, Editing, Content Creation, Personal Development, Investigation, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Strategic Communication, Communication, Negotiation, Professionalism, Business Writing, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Plan Your Job Search with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Business Writing, LLM Application, Timelines

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular resume and cv writing courses

  • Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself: Wesleyan University
  • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep: IBM
  • Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator: Goodwill Industries International
  • How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper (Project-Centered Course): École Polytechnique
  • Project: Writing a Research Paper: University of California, Irvine
  • Introduction to Technical Writing: Board Infinity
  • Business Writing & Technical Writing Immersion: Starweaver
  • High-Impact Business Writing: University of California, Irvine
  • Creative Writing: Crafting Personal Essays with Impact: Skillshare

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