Completely revised, comprehensive text written for the revised module 5N1356, guiding the student through all stages of work experience, from preparation to portfolio presentation.

* Contains revised information on planning and preparation for work to include:

* Skills Audit and Checklis * Career Plan * Job Finding Strategies

* CV/Personal Statement * Letter of Application * Statement of Contractual Obligations

* Effective Employability Skills for the Workplace * Explores types of work organisations and career opportunities in various sectors, for example, public, private and vocational. * Discusses the changing nature of work and recent changes in the Irish and global economies.

* Provides up-to-date information on all relevant changes in employment and health and safety legislation.

* Includes a to-do list, tips for portfolio completion and sample contracts.

* Details key employability skills: good timekeeping, working independently with direction, meeting deadlines, personal presentation, communication and employee responsibilities in terms of health and safety.

* Highlights the importance of reflection on work experience, achieved by documenting plans, goals, challenges, successes, new skills learned, new relationships, routines and procedures.

* Provides pointers on creating a career plan based on the work experience. Written For: Work Experience module [5N1356]