Resume and CV Comparison Table
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Resume and CV Comparision Table

Resume / Characteristic / Curriculum Vitae
  • Documentation of one’s work experience and professional qualifications
  • A brief overview of qualifications for a specific position
/ Definition /
  • A chronological scholarly and academic history covering one’s entire professional career
  • An extensive description of professional and educational accomplishments

  • When an employer needs to identify whether the basic qualifications for a clinical or general business position are met
/ When to Use /
  • When applying for an academic position
  • When searching for non-clinical employment
  • Useful when applying for awards and scholarships, especially in research

  • One page of well-organized and formatted information is preferred
/ Length (# of pages) /
  • No set length
  • Normal range is 3 to 10 pages – length depends on the number of years in the profession

  • Reverse chronological order (preferred by most so that most recent is first)
  • Identify skills using action verbs
  • List accomplishments (think in the “big picture”)
/ How Employment is Listed /
  • Professional experiences are listed in reverse chronological order, including dates, agency name, city, state
  • Employment history is generally listed after education

  • Reverse chronological order (preferred by most so that most recent is first)
  • Begin with the highest level of education obtained. Include colleges or universities attended, as well as the date the degree was completed. This list must be complete (list schools even if a degree was not obtained)
/ How Education is Listed /
  • Reverse chronological order (preferred by most so that most recent is first)
  • Begin with highest level of education obtained. Include colleges or universities attended, year of completion, and outcome (degree, diploma, or certificate)
  • Do not list continuing education here

  • Name in bold (differentiated) print, complete mailing address, e-mail address, web address, phone #(s)
  • Professional objective
  • Education in reverse chronological order
  • Experience and professional attributes relevant to the field in which the applicant is applying in reverse chronological order
  • Professional licensure and/or certifications if relevant to the position being sought
/ Critical content for p. 1 /
  • Name in bold (differentiated) print, complete mailing address, e-mail address, web address, phone #(s)
  • Professional/employment address and phone if OK to contact current employer
  • Educational history with degrees and dates obtained
  • Work experience – the amount of detail depends on the purpose for which the CV is being used
  • Professional licensure and/or certifications
  • Presentation is more of an individualized decision than a resume

  • Name and address repeated
  • Military service
  • Membership in professional organizations
  • RN license and certification information if not needed on page 1
  • Any other professional accomplishment that contributes to our value in the position for which you are applying
/ Critical content for page 2 and greater /
  • Name repeated on each page
  • Subsequent sections are prioritized according to the position being sought
  • Consists of biographical data rather than value statements or opinions
  • Remaining categories may include:
  • List of publications
  • List of professional presentations
  • List of completed and in-progress research
  • List of community service activities
  • Memberships in professional organization(s)
  • Honors, awards, and special recognition

  • Always include a cover letter
  • Can include cover statements that
a)references are available on request
b)continuing eduction credits are available on request / Tips /
  • Always include a cover letter
  • Can include cover statement that
a)references are available on request
b)continuing education credits are available on request

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