Virtually all the recruiters to see the details of higher education diplomas and professional qualifications. A surprising number are also interested in the numbers of ‘O’levels,’ A ‘levels (GCSE in the United Kingdom), or grades and statistics in the U.S.. Most want details of work related training, including courses that are of reasonable length and lead to a formal qualification. The inclusion of foreign languages is important at all levels, and this trend is increasing. The names of employers, dates of employment, appointments and responsibilities are clearly essential, while many recruiters also want a brief description of the company and its business.

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