The Résumé Writing Training Program

What is The Fundamentals of Résumé Writing Program?

The résumé writing profession has changed a lot over the last 30 years, but it’s never been more accessible as a career choice than it is right now. While “how to” information is available at the click of a mouse…the source of the information can be well, questionable.

Like most worthwhile things, becoming a professional résumé writer takes hours and hours of practice. The more you practice GOOD habits, things that we know have worked for actual clients, the sooner you reach a point where people will pay you for the career services you provide.

Is designed for anyone who wants to improve their skills in résumé writing, including those who want to learn the basics of résumé writing.
Provides a behind-the-scenes look at the “how’s” and “why’s” of résumé writing through the lenses of content, formatting, and strategy.
Includes numerous samples and instructional material, as well as coaching support.
John Suarez facilitates a guide for either starting or strengthening your approach to marketing people on paper.
Active PARWCC membership is required to enroll. If you are not a current member, you will be prompted to join at checkout (PARWCC Membership is $175).

The Fundamentals of Résumé Writing Training Program

Member Cost: ^$500
Non-Member Cost: ^$675

You’ll gain behind-the-scenes access to the fundamental thought processes and writing skills that allow you to

920 CEUs
Differentiate your clients
Position clients to stand out in a crowded market
Create résumé designs to satisfy human and computer-based audiences

(No certification included in this program)

Taking the CPRW? Bundle and Save.

PARWCC highly recommends completing the Fundamentals of Résumé Writing program before attempting the CPRW exam. The program does not teach you HOW to pass the CPRW Exam; it is designed to provide you with a path to develop the skills you need to BE a successful CPRW.

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Learn the Fundamentals of Résumé Writing

Learn the art and craft of marketing people on paper ©The Fundamentals of Résumé Writing program delivers 135+ pages of instructional content, writing exercises, and a wealth of samples to illustrate the key copywriting, formatting, and strategy decisions that face the professional résumé writer every day.
You’ll gain behind-the-scenes access to the fundamental thought processes and skills that allow you to differentiate your clients, position them to stand out in a crowded market, and create résumé designs to satisfy human and computer-based audiences.
Program administrator John Suarez, a CPRW and long-time PARWCC member and one of the foremost educators on résumé writing, has collected an entire volume of clues during four decades of experience working with real clients in real job search situations.
If you’re serious about learning how to market people on paper, this will surely help you on your journey. Register now for the Fundamentals of Résumé Writing program!

What to Expect

This program delivers instructional content, writing exercises, and a wealth of samples to illustrate the key copywriting, formatting, and strategy decisions that face the professional résumé writer every day.
Upon completion of registration, you will receive an automatic email with a link to download the course manual. (link expires in 30 days)
The study guide consists of 135+ pages of instructional content.
Monthly Office Hours with Master Writer John Suarez, which you can schedule by email, will answer questions you have, identify key development areas, and help you plan a course for even greater exploration. If résumé writing certification is in your plans, you’ll get feedback to let you know how your skills match the expectations of a certification committee member.

Fundamentals of Résumé Writing Program Outline

Chapter 1: Start with Why
Chapter 2: Know Your Audience
Chapter 3: The Professional Mindset
Chapter 4: Collecting Information
Chapter 5: Résumé Basics
Chapter 6: Using Verbs
Chapter 7: Mechanics
Chapter 8: Style

Chapter 9: The Summary
Chapter 10: Formatting
Chapter 11: Résumé Strategy
Chapter 12: The New Fundamentals
Chapter 13: Cover Letters
Chapter 14: Newsletter Articles & Samples
Chapter 15: Writing Exercises
Chapter 16: Putting it All Together

An Hour with John Suarez

Once you have studied the material and worked through some of the exercises, you have the opportunity to spend an hour with John Suarez on the phone or via Skype.

Together you’ll collaborate to identify key development areas, plan a course for even greater exploration, and he’ll answer any questions you have. If certification is in your plans, you’ll get feedback to let you know how your skills match the expectations of a CPRW certification committee member.

Why PARWCC? Voices from our Community

The CPRW Certification is the benchmark for being a recognized resume writer.

Investing in the continuous training and education provided by PARWCC makes me a trusted advisor…My hobby turned into a 5-figure business in one year because I invested in my education and received the career coaching credential from PARWCC.

Debraca R.

Agape Career Counseling Group

PARWCC’s extensive library of resources, networking opportunities, and career services insights have significantly enhanced my ability to deliver exceptional services to my clients…and equipped me to help job seekers achieve their career goals with confidence and expertise.

Dustin B.

417 Resume Renovators

I was fortunate to be a part of the 1st cohort of the Certified Student Career Coach (CSCC), and Dr. Saunders’ expertise, homework exercises, and her breadth of resources enhanced my understanding of the material by providing practical hands-on exercises.

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Coach for New Life

I’ve gotten so much value out of being part of this community! I love the monthly networking calls and webinars included in the membership, and attending the in-person Thrive! conference was truly a highlight of the year for me.

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