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).