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• How to Prepare for College

  There are so many schools in the Philippines

  but there are very few selective schools (if

  any) that advises or suggests students take classes

  that will prepare them for the college entrance exam

  and other college requirements offer as

  electives.
• Tips for Preparation for College

  1. Decide on the college degree you

  want to take.

  2. Meet with your counselor to ensure

  you are on track with our course selection.

  3. Explore school websites.

  4. Stay active in extra-curricular

  activities.

  5. Take note of admission tests.

  6. Be ready to embrace diversity.
• Choosing Your Course


  • Your interest
  • Your aptitude
  • Your finances
  • Your time
  • Your values
  • Your willingness to learn
  • Your goals
  • Your commitment
• Your interest


  Thinking about what you want to be and your passion
• Your aptitude


  Choosing a course depends on what you know and what you are good at
• Your finances


  Considering your finances when choosing a course, a sad reality for those who want to study in universities or colleges that assure their client-graduates of a promising job
• Your time


  Time is an important factor to consider in choosing your course, some students want a course that will only take them three to four years to finish because they want to be able to work at once
• Your values


  A person's values tend to influence his behavior and attitude, while a person may have different values compared to that of others, a course also comes with stuff that cannot be quantified but could be useful in his decision of what course to take
• Your commitment


  College life will not be as easy as you think, assuming it has not been smooth a path that you expected, would you be committed enough to continue and finish what you need to do
• College


  A time in life when stress can be unbearable because of academic responsibilities, but also a life of independence and enjoyable experience
• There are many schools in the Philippines but very few selective schools (if any) that advise or suggest students take classes that will prepare them for college entrance exams and other college requirements and that offer as electives
• TIPS THAT WILL HELP YOU IN RANKING YOUR PRIORITIES

  1. Check the school's profile

  2. Rank what matters most to you

  4. Get some guidance

  5. Visit the school website

  6. Take a tour

  7. Explore before college costs
• On Applying for the Entrance Exam


  1. Prepare and complete the application form

  2. Wait for the confirmation from the school
• On Reviewing for the Entrance Exam

  1. Learn the basic concepts in fundamental subjects

  2. Study for the exam

  3. Pay attention to the hints

  4. Take the chance to ask questions

  5. Invest in review materials

  6. Answer examination samples on the internet
• On the day before the exam


  1. Get a good night's sleep

  2. Bring water bottles with you

  3. Make sure you have all the materials you need

  4. Write formulas and other information you think you need

  5. Check your admission slip and make sure you placed it in your bag
• On the Exam Day


  1. Rise early and find time to eat a good but not too heavy breakfast

  2. Wear comfortable, loose clothes

  3. Remember to bring eyeglasses if you need one

  4. Go to school early

  5. Have a positive attitude

  6. Go to bathroom before walking to the exam room
• Application Letters

  Employment Application Letter, also referred to as the "job application letter" or "cover letter", is a one-page letter attached to the resume when applying for jobs. The purpose is to highlight the applicant's experiences and personal qualities for him to be considered for an interview schedule, as well as with the available job position.
• Parts of an Application Letter

  • Heading
  • Date
  • Inside Address
  • Salutation
  • Body
  • Complimentary Close
  • Signature
• Letter Format and Punctuation Style

  • Fullblock-Style
  • Modified Block Style
  • Semi-Block Style
  • Simplified NOMA (National Office Management Association)
• Fullblock-Style is the most used style because of its simplicity. In this format, all parts are justified to the left.
• Modified block is a type of format where applicant's address, complimentary close, signature and sender's identification is shifted to the right side. Note that the first sentence in the body or in each paragraph is not indented.
• The least used format is the semi-block. It is almost the same as the modified block format; however, the difference is that the first sentence in each paragraph is indented.
• Simplified NOMA (National Office Management Association) style omits the salutation and the complimentary close. All parts are flushed to the left margin as in the full block.
• Resume is derived from the French word résumer which means "sum up."
• Basically, a resume contains a written summary of an applicant's education, work experience, accomplishments, and needed skills for the job.
• Resume length

  • If you have multifarious experience at a previous work, have earned several degrees or have taken more than a college degree, then your resume may be longer than two pages.
  • If you have just graduated from college and have no work experience yet, then your resume can be a page or two.
  • A one-page resume is better than padding your qualifications - meaning putting a lot of information that are not true and are the only meant to impress the prospective employer.
• The Three Types of Resumes

  • Chronological Format
  • Functional Format
  • Combination Format
• Chronological Format


  • It lists work experience in reverse time order (i.e. most recent work experiences first) with an emphasis on responsibilities and accomplishments.
  • Your career history shows growth and development
  • As fresh graduates, you may use this because you have no employment history yet.
  • Your career objective is very similar to your work experience
• Functional Format


  The functional resume is designed to stress the qualifications of the job seeker with less emphasis on specific employers and dates. Some functional resumes don't include a work history. However, not including a work history may create large questions in an employer's mind, so it is a good idea to include it.
• When do you use Functional Format

  • You are a new graduate with little experience
  • Your career objective is very different from your experience.
  • Your work history is spotty and patchy
• Combination Format


  • A combination of chronological and functional formats in the one resume. The most popular resume format.
  • Used to modernize chronological resumes and tailor your skills to the job.
• Combination Format

  • You want to give the employer a snapshot of your relevant skills but also want to show you have a work history.
  • You have limited work experience in the field you are applying for, but work experience in other fields.
• Headings for Chronological Format


  • Personal Details
  • Career Objective
  • Employment History
  • Education
  • Professional Associations
  • Referees
• Headings for Functional Format


  • Personal Details
  • Career Objective
  • Selected Achievements or Accomplishments (relevant to the position)
  • Business Experience (include work experience – paid and unpaid, placements, cooperative positions, etc)
  • Professional Associations
  • Education
  • Referees
• Headings for Combination Format


  • Personal Details
  • Career Objective
  • Education
  • Employment History
  • Skills
  • Professional Associations
  • Extracurricular Activities/Interests
  • Referees
• The Seven Essential Sections of a Resume

  • Heading
  • Objectives
  • Professional Summary
  • Expertise and Achievement
  • Work Experience
  • Educational Background
  • References
• Heading


  The resume heading contains basic information about the applicant.
• Heading

  • Napoleon G. Santos
  • 2505 Patac, Sto. Tomas, La Union
  • Phone: [phone]
  • Mobile: [phone]
  • e-mail: [e-mail]
• Objectives


  The resume objectives or career objectives reflect the career goals and intention for the job application of an applicant.
• Objectives


  • Seeking an entry level in bar waiter position with a focus on serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, up selling the drinks and taking order from guests