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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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    Michigan State University

    Transmedia Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Peer Review, Storytelling, Writing, Content Creation, Creative Thinking, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Storyboarding

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Concision, Electronic Media, Report Writing, Writing, Technical Documentation, Editing, Teamwork, Professionalism, Communication, Planning, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    485 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Supporting Clients

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Coaching, Client Support, Employee Onboarding, LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Branding, Negotiation, Business Writing, Goal Setting, Financial Planning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create a Writing Rubric with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Syllabus Development, Course Development, Developing Training Materials, Microsoft Office, Content Creation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Career Support Community and Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Coaching, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Telecommuting, Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Workforce Development, Strategic Partnership, Project Implementation, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Utilize CareerBuilder to Find Employment

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, User Accounts, Recruitment, Account Management, Target Audience, Job Analysis

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Creating an Engaging Candidate Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Drive Engagement, Brand Loyalty, Interviewing Skills, Brand Awareness, Employee Onboarding, Customer experience strategy (CX), Personalized Service, Relationship Building

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Applicant Tracking Systems, Social Media, Editing, Job Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    268 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Michigan State University

    Capstone: Create your own professional journalistic portfolio

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Report Writing, Investigation, Research, Peer Review, Content Creation, Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Writing, Multimedia

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Texts and Forms

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Literacy, Storytelling, Language Competency, Creativity, Persuasive Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cape Town

    Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Learning Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    261 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Mastering BFSI Interviews: Resumes & Mock Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Finance, Financial Services, Verbal Communication Skills, Financial Analysis, Case Studies, LinkedIn, Brand Awareness, Presentations, Storytelling, Banking, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Relationship Building, Value Propositions, Business Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Transmedia Writing: Michigan State University
  • Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders: Rice University
  • Supporting Clients: Goodwill Industries International
  • Create a Writing Rubric with Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • Career Support Community and Resources: Goodwill Industries International
  • Utilize CareerBuilder to Find Employment: Coursera
  • Creating an Engaging Candidate Experience: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search: Coursera
  • Capstone: Create your own professional journalistic portfolio: Michigan State University
  • Teaching Texts and Forms: Johns Hopkins University

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