How Should I Describe Non-Degree College Coursework?

by Patty
(MN)

I attended 3 different colleges (one being a Jr. College). How would I word this so a potential employer can see that I did not complete my degree but I do have some valuable courses taken?

Where and how would I reference a non degree graduate certificate program

by Erin
(Boston, MA, US)

How would I reference a non-degree graduate certificate program on a resume? Would it fall below degrees?

How Do I List College Activities on a Resume?

by Johnny
(Los Angeles, CA, USA)

I was a staff member on my college's magazine, how do I list that under Education on a resume?

Should I Include College Sports on My Resume?

by Anonymous
(Somewhere)

I played intercollegiate football and feel that it is an important aspect of my college education. It shows that I have leadership skills (was team captain), am hardworking, etc. Do you agree that this should go on my resume? If so, how would you present it?

Thank you

ANSWER: Yes, I would definitely include your sports experience on your resume. Under education is probably the best place. You can include any honors, such as being captain, athletic scholarships, etc.

Then, in your cover letter, you might consider going into a bit more detail about what value that experience brings to you as a prospective employee, listing some of the things you mention above.

Good luck to you!
Kathi

How do I show a class taken outside of my degree tract?

(Warren, MI)

I have a degree in a science major from a university, but took a photography class at a community college. How exactly should I put that in my resume?

Answer: It isn't really necessary to show every course you ever took when you list your education on your resume. Usually just your school, date of graduation and degree earned are enough. But if you want to show additional coursework, then I would list it as a separate entry or just place a statement under that school's entry something like, "Additional coursework in photography". But I'd only do that if you think it's relevant to the job you're seeking.