What to include in a cover letter
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This module will explore why sending a covering letter/covering email with a CV is recommended and will also provide top tips and examples of how to structure a covering letter.
By the end of the module, learners will be able to:
- Explore and understand why a covering letter/email is needed when applying for a job
- Understand how to structure a covering letter/email and what information should be included
- Understand what information to exclude to avoid unconscious bias, for example, any mentions of gender, race, religion etc.
- Understand the common mistakes of writing a covering letter and how to avoid them