A Guide on Writing Your Education and Certifications Section

Chapter 5

Education & Certifications

1. Create a Dedicated “Education & Certifications” Section
2. List Certifications That Add Value to Your Application
3. Include Recognised Certifications
4. Mention Ongoing or In-Progress Certifications
5. Keep It Concise & Relevant

Create a Dedicated “Education & Certifications” Section

• Position this section after the Work Experience and Key Skills sections.
• Clearly label it as Education & Certifications or Training &
• Qualifications to make it easy to find.

List Certifications That Add Value to Your Application

• Include only relevant certifications related to caregiving, healthcare, or first aid.
• Format each certification entry as follows:
  • • Certification Name
    • Issuing Organisation
    • Year of Completion

Example:

• First Aid & CPR Certification – Red Cross United Kingdom (2022)
• Diploma in Caregiving – Care Academy Online (2021)

Include Recognised Certifications

While requirements vary by employer, these certifications are commonly valued:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Provides training in medical and personal care.
• First Aid & CPR Certification – Essential for emergency response.
• Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification – Focuses on personal and medical care in home settings.
• Diploma in Caregiving – Covers a wide range of caregiving skills, available in online or in-person formats.

Mention Ongoing or In-Progress Certifications

• If you are currently completing a certification, list it as “In Progress” with an estimated completion date.

Example:

Home Health Aide Certification – In Progress (Expected Completion: June 2024)

Keep It Concise & Relevant

• Avoid listing outdated or irrelevant certifications.
• If you have advanced medical training (such as a nursing diploma), you can include it but keep the focus on caregiving-related qualifications.

Education & Certifications

1. Create a Dedicated “Education & Certifications” Section
2. List Certifications That Add Value to Your Application
3. Include Recognised Certifications
4. Mention Ongoing or In-Progress Certifications
5. Keep It Concise & Relevant

Create a Dedicated “Education & Certifications” Section

• Position this section after the Work Experience and Key Skills sections.
• Clearly label it as Education & Certifications or Training &
• Qualifications to make it easy to find.

List Certifications That Add Value to Your Application

• Include only relevant certifications related to caregiving, healthcare, or first aid.
• Format each certification entry as follows:
  • • Certification Name
    • Issuing Organisation
    • Year of Completion

Example:

• First Aid & CPR Certification – Red Cross United Kingdom (2022)
• Diploma in Caregiving – Care Academy Online (2021)

Include Recognised Certifications

While requirements vary by employer, these certifications are commonly valued:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Provides training in medical and personal care.
• First Aid & CPR Certification – Essential for emergency response.
• Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification – Focuses on personal and medical care in home settings.
• Diploma in Caregiving – Covers a wide range of caregiving skills, available in online or in-person formats.

Mention Ongoing or In-Progress Certifications

• If you are currently completing a certification, list it as “In Progress” with an estimated completion date.

Example:

Home Health Aide Certification – In Progress (Expected Completion: June 2024)

Keep It Concise & Relevant

• Avoid listing outdated or irrelevant certifications.
• If you have advanced medical training (such as a nursing diploma), you can include it but keep the focus on caregiving-related qualifications.

CHAPTERS

Introduction

Chapter 1: Understanding the Caregiver Role

Chapter 2: Structuring Your Caregiver CV

Chapter 3: Highlighting Key Skills

Chapter 4: Writing the Work Experience Section

Chapter 5: Education & Certifications

Chapter 6: Additional Sections to Enhance Your CV

Chapter 7: Tailoring Your CV for Specific Roles

CHAPTERS

Introduction

Chapter 1: Understanding the Caregiver Role

Chapter 2: Structuring Your Caregiver CV

Chapter 3: Highlighting Key Skills

Chapter 4: Writing the Work Experience Section

Chapter 5: Education & Certifications

Chapter 6: Additional Sections to Enhance Your CV

Chapter 7: Tailoring Your CV for Specific Roles