Your complete guide to creating a modern,

professional and attention grabbing CV

Did you know that recent studies have shown that recruiters will spend on average just 6 SECONDS looking at your CV before they determine if you belong in the yes, no or maybe pile? 

With such a short time to make an impact, how do you ensure that you stand out from the crowd? 

Your CV is much more then a list of your achievements, position descriptions, hobbies and certificates - it is an advertisement of you as a professional and your personal brand.

It is therefore critically important to ensure that your CV not only talks to your skillset and experience but also showcases your personality and values. 

By making sure your CV represents you and your personal brand, you are ensuring you are always putting your best foot forward in your job applications.  

By completing this course, you will learn:

  • The Power of Design

    With just 6 seconds to make an impact, you need to be grabbing your recruiter's attention for all the right reasons. Understand how to design your CV so that it stands out from the crowd and ensures that you are showcasing your best information.

  • Not One Size Fits All

    It is a common misconception that one CV will fit the needs of every job you apply for. In this course, we discuss what type of CV format is right for you and the job your applying for, how to harness the power of keywords and the importance of research in creating your CV.

  • Cover Letter Essentials

    Almost more important then your CV, your Cover Letter is often the gatekeeper to your CV actually being placed in front of a decision-maker and read. We step you through the 4 key building blocks you need to create a cover letter that gets your foot in the door.

Our CV Writing course brings together over 20 years of experience working in Human Resources, Recruitment and CV Consulting to guide you through the CV creation process - from the type of CV you should create, the essential components, how to structure your writing, and what NOT to include and why. 

With optional extras to purchase ready-to-go CV templates, our CV review consult, and one on one coaching, we are here to support you and your CV needs.

Energy and expertise

Shane Lieb

"Sam was very professional and a great help in updating my CV. I’m very grateful for Sam’s time and energy, for her expertise and communication during this process. I would most definitely recommend Sam if you want that professional touch. Thank you."

Read CVs for a living

Sally McRae

As someone who reads CV's for a living, I found it hard to put the critical eye over my own to get it right. It was great to revisit this with Master Trainers and the result is great. Will be useful in my current process towards CAPL but also for future career planning. Thanks so much for your work - would recommend to others."

Designs that stand out

Renee Spijkerman

"Sam at Master Trainers has done my CV’s for years, and I always get great feedback from anyone I send it to. Her designs stand out and definitely get the attention of people sorting through multiple applicants. I’ve recommended her to many friends and colleagues and will continue to get her to keep my CV looking beautiful in the future."

I got the job!

Caroline Jones

"Thanks to the help of Master Trainers I got an interview, and then the JOB! I couldn't be happier to have chosen the full Master Trainers consultation to help with my CV - it was professional, modern and the work was completed in days. Thank you again!"

Gave me the confidence

Kate Walsh

"Master Trainers have been an absolute pleasure to work with. They were helpful and did such a wonderful job with my C.V. Working with Master Trainers has certainly given me more confidence in the journey of finding the right job. I highly recommend."

Energy and expertise

Shane Lieb

"Sam was very professional and a great help in updating my CV. I’m very grateful for Sam’s time and energy, for her expertise and communication during this process. I would most definitely recommend Sam if you want that professional touch. Thank you."

Read CVs for a living

Sally McRae

As someone who reads CV's for a living, I found it hard to put the critical eye over my own to get it right. It was great to revisit this with Master Trainers and the result is great. Will be useful in my current process towards CAPL but also for future career planning. Thanks so much for your work - would recommend to others."

Designs that stand out

Renee Spijkerman

"Sam at Master Trainers has done my CV’s for years, and I always get great feedback from anyone I send it to. Her designs stand out and definitely get the attention of people sorting through multiple applicants. I’ve recommended her to many friends and colleagues and will continue to get her to keep my CV looking beautiful in the future."

I got the job!

Caroline Jones

"Thanks to the help of Master Trainers I got an interview, and then the JOB! I couldn't be happier to have chosen the full Master Trainers consultation to help with my CV - it was professional, modern and the work was completed in days. Thank you again!"

Gave me the confidence

Kate Walsh

"Master Trainers have been an absolute pleasure to work with. They were helpful and did such a wonderful job with my C.V. Working with Master Trainers has certainly given me more confidence in the journey of finding the right job. I highly recommend."

Energy and expertise

Shane Lieb

"Sam was very professional and a great help in updating my CV. I’m very grateful for Sam’s time and energy, for her expertise and communication during this process. I would most definitely recommend Sam if you want that professional touch. Thank you."

Course Outline

Module 1 - Welcome to CV Writing

Introduction

  • The power of a great CV


What Type of CV Do You Need?

  • What direction are you taking your career?
  • The importance of research and the job advertisement
  • What format is right for you?
Module 2 - Writing for Impact

Rethinking Your Skillset

  • Why no one wants your position descriptions
  • How to harness key words
  • Formatting your skillset for impact


Professional Profiles

  • How to write your professional profile

Showcase Your Accomplishments

  • Work experience vs. competencies
  • Do I include education, qualifications, and training?
Module 3 - It's all in the Details

How to Supercharge Your CV

  • Professional memberships
  • Professional, personal and technical skills
  • Professional development
  • Volunteer work
  • LinkedIn

Common Mistakes

  • Top 10 CV Mistakes

CV Design and Layout

  • How to choose the right layout and design for your CV
  • CV Design 101
Module 4 - The Gatekeeper to Your CV

Cover Letter Essentials

  • The building blocks of a killer cover letter

Optional Extras

We understand that creating your own CV can be really difficult, so we have a range of support options to help.

  • CV Templates

    Not feeling confident about your ability to design a modern CV template? Or looking for a layout that is already proven to work? Receive 2 CV template designs from our Master Trainer designers that are ready for you to simply input your information into. Easy!

  • CV Review & Feedback

    Once you have redesigned and re-written your CV, have a Master Trainer look at your work and receive timely feedback on your content, design and any areas you could improve. Make sure you are putting your best foot forward!

  • Full CV Consultation

    Our Full CV Consultation offer includes a 30-minute virtual coaching session to uncover your CV needs, step by step guidance on creating each section of your CV, support writing the content of your CV and identifying your skillsets, providing you with an effective CV template design and reviewing your final cover letter.

Still not sure what option is best for you?

Book a FREE 30 minute CV Review with one of our Master Trainers to review your current CV and discuss what option might be best for you.

Book Your Free CV Review

Pricing options

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Course Instructor and Coach

Co-founder and Learning Consultant

Samantha Pfahlert

Sam excels in Organisational Capability Development. She has extensive experience working with subject matter experts and leadership teams to pull together a comprehensive learning needs analysis and translate that into effective training strategies. Working in partnership with her clients, from global international companies to small businesses, Sam has managed multiple L&D projects where she has led the design of learning solutions, managed project delivery and evaluated impact/return on investment. As an experienced and highly skilled Instructional Designer, one of Sam's signature strengths is the design and delivery of bespoke L&D solutions. This is underpinned by her strong technical writing skills, thorough knowledge of best practice in adult learning theory and excellent communication skills. Sam is a dynamic Facilitator and Leadership Coach with solid business acumen. In addition to her focus on leadership development and coaching, Sam excels at designing blended and online learning solutions, which is supported by her qualifications in Online Design, Psychology and Facilitation. Sam has a "let's make it happen" style and a great sense of humour, which comes in handy when she's delivering to tight deadlines! In her free time, she loves to spend quality time with her partner Rob and her active Vizsla dog, Mac. Sam loves interior design, hiking and spending time with her family.

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