CV or not CV?

[Boobycino]

:detective:Can someone explain to me the difference between a CV and a resume?:detective:

After much googling I'm completedly stumped.

I've been asked by a Nanny Agency to send them my CV - which I'm sure isn't the same as a resume and if someone asks for a CV I dont want to look like a fool and send what I think is a resume instead.

Or is it just a fancy term for the same thing?

What do I include, or not include in a CV ?

Thanks in advance!

[Myztik]

I've always thought they were the same thing..

eta- found this though


How a CV is Different from a Resume

Many job search committees for teaching, graduate school, international or research positions request a CV to get a fuller picture of your academic experiences, accomplishments and interests than a resume can provide.
A resume lists your education, experience and skills. Your CV allows you to go beyond listing your relevant experiences and accomplishments; you can also convey the substance of those experiences and accomplishments.
Unlike a resume, which is usually about one page long, CVs vary in length, from about two to five pages, depending on the applicant's relevant experiences.

it seems a CV is just a more detailed form of a resume..

This might be helpful
http://jobsearch.about.com/cs/curriculumvitae/a/curriculumvitae.htm

[~Bec~]

It's the same thing. :)

[Miss_N]

Yep! I was pretty sure it was the same thing too... :yes:

I found this website that might help you with what to include.

HTH

http://jobsearch.about.com/od/curriculumvitae/Curriculum_Vitae.htm

[Boobycino]

I've always thought they were the same thing..

eta- found this though

it seems a CV is just a more detailed form of a resume..




I suppose that makes sense - particularly for nanny/baby sitting to give a idea of skills, personality, background, beliefs, values etc are good to know rather than straight out work history.

Anyone know what the proper formatt for it is then?

[Myztik]

this site has some examples and some templates that may help
http://www.cvtips.com/CV_example.html

[Boobycino]

Thanks for the help. I think I've got it worked out!

I hope its alright.

I suppose its not really a skill that all people have writing resumes and CVs I hope that agencies look at them with a certain amount of understanding!