Hair, beauty, fitness and sport CV examples

Salons, gyms and clubs want to see what you can do and the qualifications behind it. The complete CVs below show a salon hairdresser, a qualified personal trainer, a beauty therapist and a footballer.

What employers in this sector check

What they checkWhich jobsWhat to write
QualificationsHairdressers and beauty therapistsLevel 2 and Level 3 apprenticeships, such as Hairdressing Professional or Beauty Therapist, take up to two years (National Careers Service). Give the level, the awarding body and the year.
A practical testHairdressersSalons usually ask you to cut or colour a model at interview, so list only the techniques you can show.
Insurance and first aidSelf-employed personal trainersGyms usually ask for your own insurance and a current first aid certificate. Give the year.
Background checksPersonal trainersYou may need enhanced background checks, because you may work with children and vulnerable adults (National Careers Service).
Your numbersFootballersAppearances, goals, assists or clean sheets from your club's or league's records. A scout can check them, so never estimate.
Self-employed workChair renters and freelance trainersList it like a job, with the salon or gym, the dates and the word self-employed.

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