Learning outcomes assessed:
LO1: Understanding of your skills and how they relate to your career goals.
LO2: Ability to identify and utilise a variety of sources and resources to support your own personal and professional development.
LO3: Understanding of methods of personal and professional development and training as well as how they relate to your employability.
Assessment Task – (Portfolio Development)
Students are required to produce a portfolio which should contain the following components:
Section A: (Suggested Words: 1000).
A brief introduction to indicate what the portfolio contains and the reason for both the personal statement and the CV that will be presented.You may also want to consider writing a short overview of the chosen organisation in a bid to justify your particular interests in working in such a place.
Section B: (Suggested Words: 700-800).
Personal statement in support of your application for a volunteer/work experience placement in any organisation of your choice.A detailed CV that has been carefully designed to fit purpose.
Section C: (Suggested Words: 1200).
Self-assessment reflecting skill gaps (SWOT analysis inclusive).
Action plan tailored towards your skill development (reflecting SMART objectives).
