Carefully consider listing the dates you graduated from school. List recent education dates because it increases its value. Older educational experiences may not be valued by the reader and may be used in age discrimination.
	Do not list high school graduation if you have completed a college degree. If you have taken post-high school classes but did not achieve a degree, then list your high school.
	When listing recent education, target specific skills and academic accomplishments.
	A GED can be listed as a high school graduate. If the GED was achieved through a local school, then list the name of that school. Otherwise, leave off the name of the school. You may choose to list the last school attended or the school district name.
	Do not include an education section if you dropped out of high school and had no formal training either in school or from an employer.
	Include relevant employer-sponsored training. Be sure that the training is targeted to your job goal. Summarize extensive employer training by type and only include training that is relevant to a new job.
	If you have conducted a thorough independent study into a job-related topic, then you may summarize it as part of your education.
	If you are currently taking classes or pursuing a degree related to your job goal, include that information. List the skills acquired, academic accomplishments, and the projected date of completion.

References
Do not include references on the resume. Do not use "References available upon request." It is assumed by employers that you will provide this information. Once an employer requests references, be prepared to give them three to five references who can speak about your work habits and professional employment qualifications. Always seek permission before using someone as a reference. 

Awards or Recognition
Let the employer know of any awards or recognition you have received employee of the month, etc.), if it is timely and appropriate. 

Tips for Scannable and Readable Resumes

	Give priority to the skills on your resume. Employers want to know what you can do, not just where you have been. This is why scannable resume systems are set up to read skills. Place the important skills at the beginning of the resume where employers can see them first. Also, scannable database systems store a fixed number of skills so that those that come later may not be included in the database. Insure that your skills and occupation-specific keywords match your objective.
	Place your name, address, and phone number with area code in a block format below the top margin. This key information helps interested employers reach you and is the preferred format for scannable systems. Put your name on each page.
	Use generous margins and plenty of white space. One-inch margins enhance the readability of your resume. Balance the body of the resume so that the content is not compressed. For multiple pages, make sure information is balanced on the pages. The final resume should be a high-contrast image--dark ink on white or light-colored paper.
	Use vertical and horizontal lines sparingly and include a quarter inch of space around them. (Scanning systems can confuse lines and characters.)
	Avoid graphics and shading. Shading reduces the contrast making text hard to read. Graphics may catch the human eye but do not make sense to scanning systems.
	Use a font size between 10 and 14 points. Don’t use script, italic or underlining. Highlight information using bold or CAPITAL letters.
	Stapling or folding diminishes the visual appearance of the resume and affects scannability. Avoid fasteners and consider sending your resume flat in a large white envelope.
	Be sure your resume is high quality and professional. Laser print your final copy. Remember, this is your advertisement to employers.
	Choose a typeface (font) that is easily readable rather than decorative. Times New Roman, System, Arial, Courier New, or Century Schoolbook area readable.