Resume and Cover Letter Fundamentals Course 2026

This course is for anyone applying for jobs in Canada, including first-time job seekers, newcomers and people changing careers. It covers resume formats and sections, writing achievements with results, tailoring to a job ad and applicant tracking systems, what to leave out, references and cover letters. Study each lesson, try its topic quiz, then take the timed final assessment. Score 80% or more to earn a certificate of completion.

Formation
Canada
99 questions
Vérifié le 13 octobre 2026
Vérifié (faits) le 13 octobre 2026

En bref

Ce cours gratuit comprend environ 150 minutes de leçons, 6 quiz thématiques sans limite de temps (99 questions au total) et une évaluation finale chronométrée de 35 questions tirées au hasard. Obtenez 80 % ou plus à l’évaluation finale pour télécharger une attestation de réussite (privée, non accréditée). Vérifié à partir des sources officielles le 13 octobre 2026.

Commencez par les leçonsResume and Cover Letter Course: Lessons : environ 150 minutes de lecture. Chaque question du test est traitée dans les leçons.

Ce que vous allez apprendre

Choose a chronological, functional or combination resume to fit your work history
Write a clear contact block, profile, work history, skills and education section
Turn duties into achievement bullets with action verbs and results
Tailor a resume to a job ad and format it so applicant tracking systems can read it
Leave out personal details that do not belong on a Canadian resume, such as a photo, date of birth and SIN
Prepare references and give them only when asked
Write and send a one-page cover letter tailored to the job

Obtenez 80 % ou plus pour télécharger votre certificat.

Votre plan d’étude

Lisez chaque leçon, faites son quiz thématique (sans limite de temps, avec explications), puis l’évaluation finale chronométrée. Un nouveau mélange de questions est tiré à chaque fois. Votre progression est enregistrée dans ce navigateur.

Quiz thématique 1 : Resumes in Canada and choosing a format

À savoir avant l’examen

Job Bank says an employer takes an average of 30 seconds to skim a resume, and advises limiting a resume to two pages.
Job Bank advises against a photo on a resume, because it is not the norm in Canada, and says never to include your Social Insurance Number.
Your SIN is only required after hiring and upon earning income. You do not have to provide it to fill out a job application.
Job Bank says to keep references on a separate sheet and provide them only when they are specifically requested.
The Canadian Human Rights Act lists prohibited grounds of discrimination, including age, religion, marital status, family status and disability.
Many employers use applicant tracking systems that screen resumes by matching words and phrases, so use the job ad's own keywords where they are true for you.
WorkBC suggests a cover letter of no more than one page, and says to include one if you are unsure whether the job needs it.

Questions fréquentes

What certificate do I get, and what is it not?

If you score 80% or more on the final assessment, you can download a PassEveryTest Certificate of Completion for this course. It shows you finished a general skills course. It is not an accredited qualification or a government or employer certification, and it does not guarantee a job.

Is this course about Canadian resumes?

Yes. The lessons follow Government of Canada Job Bank advice and provincial career resources from Alberta and British Columbia. Customs in other countries can differ, for example on photos and personal details.

Should I send my resume as a PDF or a Word file?

Follow the job posting. If it does not say, contact the employer and ask. Use a standard format such as a Word file (.docx) or a PDF, and do not password-protect it.

Do I need a cover letter if the job ad does not ask for one?

Not every job requires one, but WorkBC advises including a cover letter if you are unsure. Keep it to one page and tailor it to the job.

How does the final assessment work?

It has 35 questions picked at random from the course's question bank, and you have 35 minutes. You get a new mix of questions each time you try.

L’attestation est-elle accréditée ou reconnue officiellement ?

Non. C’est une attestation de réussite privée, uniquement pour vos connaissances. Elle n’est reconnue, accréditée ni approuvée par aucun gouvernement, organisme de délivrance des permis, autorité de réglementation ou établissement d’enseignement, et elle ne remplace aucun permis, aucune certification ni aucune formation exigés par la loi.