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7 Step Layout of a Functional CV


CV Writing

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7 steps of how to write a ‘Functional CV’:
  • Personal Details
  • Objectives
  • Personal Profile
  • Skills
  • Accomplishments/Capabilities
  • Education
  • References

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Hi. In this video, you will learn about the second type of CVs used which is the ‘Functional CV’. When gaps are available in your work experiences then go for ‘Functional CV’. This does not stress on your work progression but alternatively, emphasizes on your skills, achievements and what you are best at.
So here are the 7 steps of how to write a ‘Functional CV’:
  • Personal Details: Same as ‘Chronological CV’. This is written on the top of the CV. It includes information such as your name, email address and further contact details.
  • Objectives: Same as ‘Chronological CV’. Here you are recommended to write about your job motivations, enthusiasm and to mention why you should be chosen for the job.
  • Personal Profile: Here highlight the skills, achievements and work experience you possess. This section is like a summary of what the next sections will focus on.
  • Skills: Here is the main part of the ‘Functional CV’. Mention under bullet points the key skills you acquire. Usually for this kind of CV’s, transferable skills are what recruiters are looking for. Skills that you can use in more than one kind of job.
  • Accomplishments/Capabilities: This section too is the second important part of ‘Functional CV’. Also, use bullet points. Instead of focusing on a particular job, explain your accomplishments in details. Steps 4 and 5 should be written with clarity and in decreasing order of importance.
  • Education: Same as ‘Chronological CV’. Here mention all your schools and colleges. Also, your grades and the courses and units that you have covered are advisable. But, remember to keep all information in reverse chronological order.
  • References: Same as ‘Chronological CV’. These are the contact details of people that can recommend you maybe from a previous job for example. Make sure you have taken their permission before mentioning them on your CV.
Remember in Functional CV; focus on the skills and accomplishments. You can always mention your job experiences but this will not be a main part in this kind of CV. Functional CVs are advisable when you have multiple job careers but this kind of CV is not preferable in industry. So, make sure you only use it when you have to!