Eastern Star Academy, Inc.

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Student’s Name: Aliah Jonelle T. Escano Track and Strand: HUMSS

Grade Level and Section: 12-D Learning Modality: Modular Distance Learning

SUBJECT: Work Immersion

SUBJECT DESCRIPTION:
Work Immersion is one of the course requirements for graduation. A Senior High School
student has to undergo Work Immersion in an industry that directly relates to the student’s
postsecondary goal. Through Work Immersion, the students are exposed to and become
familiar with work-related environment related to their field of specialization to enhance their
competence. Specifically, the students are able to: (i) gain relevant and practical industrial
skills under the guidance of industry experts and workers; (ii) appreciate the importance and
application of the principles and theories taught in school; (iii) enhance their technical
knowledge and skills; (iv) enrich their skills in communications and human relations; and (v)
develop good work habits, attitudes, appreciation, and respect for work. These prepare them to
meet the needs and challenges of employment or higher education after graduation.
FOCAL TEACHERS:
Jed Christian E. Mendoza, Peter D. Cloma Jr and Nica Mendoza
MODULE CONTENT:

I. Pre-Immersion

A. Understanding work immersion by discussing:

1. Expected behavior
a. Work ethics
b. Safety in the workplace
c. Workplace rights and responsibilities
d. Confidentiality in the workplace
e. Effective conflict resolution and teamwork skills
2. Work immersion rules and regulations
3. Terms and conditions of the Memorandum of Agreement

B. Appreciating the importance of credentials by:

1. Writing a résumé

1
2. Filling out application forms
3. Visiting the concerned offices where the following could be secured:
a. Barangay clearance
b. Police clearance
c. Mayor’s clearance
d. Medical certificate
4. Job Interview skills training

C. Discussion of portfolio

1. Portfolio instructions
a. Portfolio content
i. accomplished forms
ii. pictures of work site and non-written output/ projects with captions
iii. illustrations of activities performed (as needed)
iv. weekly diary (narrative/ account of learnings and achievements, issues faced and
corresponding resolutions)
v. sample written output (if any)
vi. work immersion highlights
vii. other relevant pictures/ documents
b. When to update content
c. Portfolio packaging
d. Portfolio presentation at the end of Work Immersion

UNIT I: PRE-IMMERSION
UNDERSTANDING WORK IMMERSION

INTRODUCTION
Work immersion is one of the necessary subjects for graduating students. Wherein the senior high
school students must undergo practicum that relates to the students course. In this subject, the
students are able to learn and experience things about their courses since, they are exposed with
the work-related environment to their field of specialization. Hence, it will be a great help to enhance
their competency level. They can also develop work ethics such as; good work habits, attitudes,
appreciation, and respect for work, applying all the theories and concept that they’ve learned in
school, acquire new skills and help to develop their communication skills and interpersonal skills
through the help and guidance of industry experts and workers. These will help every students to be
prepare to meet the needs and standards of employment.
So, what do we mean by Work Immersion?

2
The word “immersion” as it applies to the K to 12 curriculum is defined in the Department of
Education (DepEd) Order No. 40, series of 2015: “Work Immersion refers to the part of the Senior
High School (SHS) Curriculum consisting of 80 hours of hands-on experience or work simulation
which the Grades 11 and 12 students will undergo to expose them to the actual workplace setting
and to enrich the competencies provided by the school under the supervision of the School Head
and the designated personnel of the Partner.”

Immersion is done outside the school campus in a “Workplace Immersion Venue,” defined as “the
place where work immersion of students is done. Examples of work immersion venues include
offices, factories, shops and project sites.” What could lead to confusion is that the word “immersion”
actually has two meanings in K to 12. The first meaning refers to a required SHS subject in the
curriculum. The second meaning refers not to a subject but to a preferred mode of delivery of Tech-
Voc subjects.

PART I: EXPECTED BEHAVIOR

Every worker should possess good behavior in their workplace to maintain the balance and
harmonious work environment.

A. WORK ETHICS
By definition, Work ethic is a belief that work, hard work and diligence has a moral benefit
and an inherent ability, virtue or value to strengthen character. It is about prioritizing work and putting
it in the center of life. Social ingrainment of this value is considered to enhance character through
hard work that is respective to an individual’s field of work
A strong work ethic is vital for achieving goals. A work ethic is a set of moral principles a
person uses in their job. People who possess a strong work ethic embody certain principles that
guide their work behavior, leading them to produce high-quality work consistently and the output
feeds the individual to stay on track. A good work ethic fuels an individual’s needs and goals, it is
related to the initiative by a person for the objectives. It is considered as a source of self-respect,
satisfaction, and fulfillment. However, a negative work ethic is a behavior of a single individual or a
group that has led to a systematic lack of productivity, reliability, accountability and a growing sphere
of unprofessional/unhealthy relationships (e.g., power politics, lack of social skills, etc.)

Here are some factors of a good work ethics:

1. Goal-oriented actions: it is not about making plans or the next logical steps; it's about getting
things done so that the work invested wouldn't be counter-productive.
2. Dedicate on priority: focusing on qualitative activities that a person is capable and where they
can make a difference or a high impact based on objectives.
3. Being available and reliable: spending time on the work and building oneself up for the
task.

3
 4. Conscientiousness: a desire to do a task well, being vigilant and organized.
5. Creating a rewarding routine/system: Engaging in tasks that provide strength and energy
which can be transferred to your ultimate goals, creating a habit and a habitat for success.
6. Embracing positivism: shape a problem with the statement "good, (action) (problem)", e.g.
"I'm tired and it is time for a workout" leads to "Good. Workout tired".

Activity #1
Objective: Identify the work ethics in the work place where you are in and identify whether it is a
strong work ethic (good work ethic) or negative work ethic (bad work ethic).
1. Observe your workplace, what are the strong work ethics implemented in your company? And
rate it using the Likert scale that is shown below.

Good work ethics Always Sometimes Never

Goal-oriented ✔️
actions

Dedicate on ✔️
priority

Being available ✔️
and reliable

Conscientiousnes ✔️
s

Creating a ✔️
rewarding routine

Embracing ✔️
positivism

2. Observe your workplace, what are the negative work ethics that you notice in your company?
And rate it using the Likert scale that is shown below.

Bad work ethics Always Sometimes Never

Unproductive ✔️
workers

4
 Lack of social ✔️
skills

Power politics ✔️

Doesn’t have a ✔️
systematic
routines

Toxic workmates ✔️

Others

CAPITALIST VIEW
Steven Malanga refers to "what was once understood as the work ethic—not just hard work
but also a set of accompanying virtues, whose crucial role in the development and sustaining of free
markets too few now recall".
Max Weber notes that this is not a philosophy of mere greed, but a statement laden with moral
language. It is in effect an ethical response to the natural desire for hedonic reward, a statement of
the value of delayed gratification to achieve self-actualization. Franklin claims that Bible readings
revealed to him the usefulness of virtue. Indeed, this reflects the then Christian search for ethic for
living and the struggle to make a living.
Experimental studies have shown that people with fair work ethic are able to tolerate tedious jobs with
equitable monetary rewards and benefits, they are highly critical, have a tendency for
workaholics and a negative relation with leisure activity concepts. They valued meritocracy and
egalitarianism.

ANTI-CAPITALIST VIEW
The industrial engineer Frederick Winslow Taylor (1856-1915) revised the notion of work ethic
as a means of management control that delude workers about the actual reality for accumulated
advantage, which is a form of avarice. Marxists, and some non-Marxist sociologists do not regard
"work ethic" as a useful sociological concept. They argue that having a "work ethic" in excess of
management's control doesn't appear rational in any mature industry where the employee can't
rationally hope to become more than a manager whose fate still depends on the owner's decisions.

NOTE:

5
Since work ethics deals with a code of conduct, or a set of principles that is acceptable in the work
place, we need to look at what some of those principles are. 

A list of work ethics for an employer or a company might be:

 To provide a safe work environment for its staff and employees,

 To treat employees with dignity and respect,
 To provide a fair wage for the services rendered,
 To handle all business transactions with integrity and honesty.

A list of work ethics for the employee might include:

 To show up on time.
 To tend to company business for the whole time while at work.
 To treat the company’s resources, equipment, and products with care,
 To give respect to the company. That means honesty and integrity.

B. SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE

Workplace safety is important. You know that implementing an effective safety program for your workplace is one
of the best decisions a company can make — both for its workers and for its bottom line.

Here’s the Top 10 Workplace Safety Tips Every Employee and Employers Should Know to
create a workplace safety environment based on shared responsibility:
1. SAFETY PROGRAMS CREATE PRODUCTIVE WORK ENVIRONMENTS
 Properly managed safety programs show commitment to safety by the management in turn
creating a great safety culture where everyone ‘wants’ to be safe.
2. ABSENTEEISM DROPS WHEN EFFECTIVE SAFETY PROGRAMS ARE INTRODUCED
 Workers want to work in a safe environment; absenteeism drops when effective safety
programs are introduced.
3. WORK PREMISES ARE KEPT TO HIGHER STANDARDS
 Work premises are kept to higher standards for safety, cleanliness, and housekeeping
4. A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT PRODUCES HAPPIER EMPLOYEES
 A safe work environment produces happier employees; everyone wants to go home
safe each day.
5. EMPLOYEE INSURANCE CLAIMS DECREASE IN SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENTS
 Worker Compensation insurance claims decrease, in turn lowering WCB Rates. This is a
benefit to any company that has to pre-qualify to work; a lower rate gives you a better grade
with your clients.
6. A COMPANY’S MOST VALUABLE ASSET IS PROTECTED — IT’S PEOPLE
7. SAFETY PROGRAMS ENABLE A COMPANY TO WIN AND RETAIN BUSINESS CUSTOMERS
8. SAFETY PROGRAMS CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS ARE
CONSIDERED, ENCOURAGED AND IMPLEMENTED
 In turn, workers feel like they are part of the safety solution.

6
9. SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENTS ENHANCE THE BRAND VALUE AND GOODWILL FOR A
COMPANY
 Enables a company to win and retain business customers. Clients want to work with companies
that are safe (less downtime due to incidents).
10. SAFETY REDUCES BUSINESS COSTS AND DISRUPTION
 Reducing business costs creates productive work environments.

C. WORKPLACE RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. LABOR CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

The Labor Code of the Philippines governs employment practices and labor relations in the
Philippines. It also identifies the rules and standards regarding employment such as pre-employment
policies, labor conditions, wage rate, work hours, employee benefits, termination of employees, and so
on. Under the regime of the President [Ferdinand Marcos], it was promulgated in May 1. 1974 and
took effect November 1, 1974, six months after its promulgation.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT
 Minimum employable age
The minimum age for employment is 18 years old and below that age is not allowed. Persons of
age 15 to 18 can be employed given that they work in non-hazardous environments.
 Overseas employment
As for overseas employment of Filipinos, foreign employers are not allowed to directly hire
Philippine nationals except through board and entities authorized by the Secretary of Labor. Travel
agencies also cannot transact or help in any transactions for the employment or placement of Filipino
workers abroad. Once Filipinos have a job in a foreign country, they are required to remit or send a
portion of their income to their families, dependents, and/or beneficiaries in the Philippines.
 Regulations and conditions on employment
 Minimum wage rate
Minimum wage rates in the Philippines vary from region to region, with boards established for each
region to monitor economic activity and adjust minimum wages based on growth rates, unemployment
rates, and other factors. The minimum wage rate for Non-Agriculture employees, in Manila region,
established under Wage Order No. NCR 15 is P404 per day, but in May 9, 2011, a (cost of living
allowance) of P22 per day was added to P404 wage, making the minimum wage P426. COLA was
also added to the previous P367 minimum wage for the following sectors: Agriculture, Private
Hospitals (with bed capacity of 100 or less), and manufacturing establishments (with less than 10
workers), leaving the sectors with P389 as minimum wage. The 426 combined rate is locally referred
to in the Philippines as "Manila Rate" due to this regional disparity.
 Regular work hours and rest periods

7
 Normal hours of work - The normal hours of work of any employee shall not exceed eight (8)
hours a day.
Health personnel in cities and municipalities with a population of at least one million (1,000,000) or in
hospitals and clinics with a bed capacity of at least one hundred (100) shall hold regular office hours
for eight (8) hours a day, for five (5) days a week, exclusive of time for meals, except where the
exigencies of the service require that such personnel work for six (6) days or forty-eight (48) hours, in
which case, they shall be entitled to an additional compensation of at least thirty percent (30%) of their
regular wage for work on the sixth day. For purposes of this Article, "health personnel" shall include
resident physicians, nurses, nutritionists, dietitians, pharmacists, social workers, laboratory
technicians, paramedical technicians, psychologists, midwives, attendants and all other hospital or
clinic personnel.
Meal periods- Subject to such regulations as the Secretary of Labor may prescribe, it shall be the
duty of every employer to give his employees not less than sixty (60) minutes time-off for their regular
meals.
 Rest days
All employees have the right to have a 24 consecutive hours of rest day after every 6 days of
work. Employers are responsible for determining and scheduling the rest day of employees except
only if the employee prefers a different day based on religious grounds. However, the employer may
require an employee to work during his/her rest day in cases of emergencies, special circumstances at
work in which employees are seriously needed, to prevent losses or damage to any goods or to the
employer, and other cases that have reasonable grounds.

 Nightshift differential and overtime

Employees are also given additional wages for working in night shifts. The night shift starts from
10 o’clock in the evening until 6 o’clock in the morning, and employees will receive 10% more of
his/her regular wage rate. Overtime work for employees (beyond 8 hours) are allowed and workers
shall be paid with his/her regular wage plus an additional 25% of the regular wage per hour worked or
30% during holidays or rest days.
 Household helpers
Household helpers, or maids, are common in the Philippines. Household helpers deliver
services at the employer’s home, attending to the employer’s instructions and convenience. The
minimum wage of household helpers is P800 per month for some cities in Metro Manila, while a lower
wage is paid to those outside of Metro Manila. However, most household helpers receive more than
the minimum wage; employers usually give wages ranging from P2, 500 and above per month. On top
of that, employers are required to provide food, sanitary lodging, and just treatment to the household
helper.

POST- EMPLOYMENT
 Termination by employer

8
 The employer has the right to terminate an employee due to the following reasons: serious
misconduct or disobedience to the employer, neglect of duties or commission of a crime by the
employee, and such gives the employer a just case to terminate the services of the employee.
 Retirement
The retirement age for an employee depends on the employment contract. Upon retirement, the
retired employee should be given his/her benefits according to the agreement or contract between the
employer and the employee. However, if there is no existing retirement plan or agreement for the
employee, he/she may retire at the age of 60, given that he/she has served the employer for 5 years,
and shall be given a retirement pay of at least half a month’s salary for every year of service (6 months
of work given is considered as 1 whole year for the retirement pay).
D. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

PART II: APPRECIATING THE IMPORTANCE OF CREDENTIALS

CREDENTIALS

 According to Cambridge dictionary credentials are

documents that state the abilities and experience of a person and show that
the person is qualified for a particular job or activity.

REFLECTION #1: As a student, what do you think are the importance of having a credentials in
getting a job?
One of the most important reasons to get certified is that it helps you stay ahead of the competition.
If you truly want to succeed in your career, you need to stay current in all the technologies and
regulations that affect your profession. a credential is “something that gives a title to credit or
confidence” as well as a “certificate or diploma,” and credentials are “testimonials or certified
documents showing that a person is entitled to credit. Credentials matter, it is an indisputable fact
that credentials are important and are a vital part of our educational system.

WRITING A RESUME
According to Cambridge dictionary, a resume is a written statement of your educational and work
experience.
A resume is a means of advertising yourself to get a job that you want and will give a short impression
about you to the employers whether you attain their standards or not. That’s why writing a good resume
is very important.

3 formats of resume

9
I. Reverse-Chronological
This is the more traditional format and is what you are most likely to come across. Chronological
format is flexible and can be used for applicants with any level of experience.
Example:

I should use if:

I want to show a vertical career progression.
I want to apply to a job in a similar field.
I want to promote my upward career mobility

I shouldn’t use if:

I have major gaps in my employment history.
I am changing my career path.
I change jobs every few months.

10
II. Functional
While chronological places emphasis on career progression, a functional format focuses on your
abilities and skills. Since it heavily emphasizes the applicant’s qualifications, functional format is more
suitable for those with an expert level of experience.

I should use if:

I have gaps in my employment history.
I am changing my career industry.
I want to highlight a specific skill set.

I shouldn’t use if:

I want to highlight my upward career mobility.
I am an entry level candidate that lacks experience.
I lack transferable skills

11
III. Combination
As you can probably guess the combination format merges bits and pieces from both
chronological and functional formats. Like the functional format, it focuses on specific qualifications, yet
the body of the document contains professional experience similar to chronological format. This format
is generally reserved for those with a great deal of experience in a particular industry.

I should use if:

I want to highlight a developed skill set within a specific career.
I want to change my career path.
I am a master of the subject I am applying to.

I shouldn’t use if:

I want to highlight my education.
I lack experience.
I am an entry level candidate.

12
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

13
FUNCTIONAL RESUME

14
COMBINATION RESUME

15
Here are the following steps and tips on how to write a resume:

STEP 1: I. Contact Information

The contact information section is pretty self-explanatory. This section does not require a label
(Contact Information or Contact Details). When listing your contact details you should follow this order:

 Name (largest font on page, middle initial is optional

 Mailing Address
 Telephone Number (Check that you have an appropriate voicemail message)
 Email Address (make sure it’s appropriate, don’t use your sexypanda45@gmail.com
account.)
 Link to online portfolio (optional, ensure it is relevant to the position)
 LinkedIn Profile

STEP 2: II. Choose a Resume Introduction

Like formats, job seekers have 3 choices for their resume introduction: a qualifications summary,
career objective, and professional profile. The goal of all three are to gain the attention of an employer by
highlighting your skills and experience that will help their company. However, the method through which
each introduction achieves this goal differs. See below:

Qualifications Summary
With regards to format, the qualifications summary is a bullet point list (ranging from 4 to 6 points)
of your most outstanding career achievements. Avoid using generic statements and try to list your skills
in a way reflects your unique voice.

I should use if:

I am applying to a job that requires a rigid set of abilities.
I have a wealth of experience in the industry.
I possess multiple skill sets.

I shouldn’t use if:

I lack experience.
I am an entry level candidate that lacks specific skill sets.
I lack measurable achievements.

16
Career Objective
A resume objective, also referred to as a career objective, is a 2-3 sentence statement that
provides an overview of your skills and experience. This resume introduction is best for entry-level
candidates.

I should use if:

I am an entry-level applicant.
I do not have in-depth experience in the industry.
I am a recent college graduate.

I shouldn’t use if:

I have a wealth of industry-specific skill sets.
I am changing career paths.
I am writing a cover letter.

Professional Profile
The professional profile is a combination of both the career objective and qualifications summary.
It is also the most flexible of the three styles as it can be formatted as short paragraph of bullet-point list.

I should use if:

I have had major achievement in my past experience
I am applying to a position in the same industry
I have a special area of expertise in my field

I shouldn’t use if:

I am an entry-level applicant
I am recent college graduate
I lack measurable of accomplishments

Finally, when deciding what skills to add to either of the two, try to target skills specific to the job
you are applying for. Don’t just simply copy and paste skills right out of the job description, but instead
try to use words common in the industry.

STEP 3: III. Professional Experience

The section is the core of your resume, where you are tasked with proving the skills you have
listed in the qualifications summary or career objective. When it comes to labeling this section some use
“Relevant Experience,” or “Work Experience” as an alternative to “Professional Experience.”

Remember to list your work experiences in reverse chronological order and only list experience that is
relevant to the job you are applying for. For each company create a heading including the company’s
name, city & state, your title, and the dates of employment (month and year). If you are still currently
working at a company, you can simply write “month, year-Present” for the employment dates.

17
 STEP 4: IV. Education

Having a solid education section helps to display the foundation of your knowledge and
expertise. Depending on your professional experience, you may want to consider switching the order of
the professional experience and education sections.

For instance, college or high school students that lack seasoned professional experience benefit from
emphasizing their education by placing it before the professional experience section. In addition, if you
possess a wealth of professional experience then it is appropriate to keep this section short and sweet.

Here are the main points to include in your education section:

 The names of your university, community college, or technical school(Don’t include high school
unless you did not attend college)
 Location of the schools (city, state)
 Date of graduation (month, year)
 Degree(s)
 GPA (only include if your GPA is above 3.0, round up to the first decimal place , and use this format:
GPA: 3.5/4.0)

STEP 5: V. Additional Sections

By now you’ve already added the nuts and bolts to your resume and may want to consider
adding to help strengthen it.

WRITING AN APPLICATION LETTER

- A job application letter (also known as a cover letter) is a letter you send with
your resume to provide information on your skills and experience. This letter is your
chance to “sell” yourself to an employer, explaining why you are an ideal candidate for a
position.
- When you write your job application letter, it’s essential to pay close attention
to formatting. There’s a right way to format a cover letter; deviate from the standard
guidelines and hiring managers may drop you from consideration.
- In fact, anything that makes your job application letter appear less than professional can
prevent hiring managers from taking you seriously as a candidate. Make sure your
cover letter is formatted properly and is free from errors before you send. 
- Writing this letter can seem like a challenging task. However, if you take it one step at a
time, you'll soon be an expert at writing application letters to send with your resume.

18
1. HOW TO GET
STARTED
- Before you begin writing
your job application
letter, do some
groundwork. Consider
what information you
want to include
(keeping in mind that
space is limited).
- Remember, this letter is
making a case for your
candidacy for the
position. But you can do
better than just
regurgitating your
resume—instead,
highlight your most relevant skills, experiences, and abilities.
- To include the most convincing, relevant details in your letter, you'll need to know what
the employer wants.
- The biggest clues are within the job advertisement, so spend some time decoding the
job ad. Next, match your qualifications with the employer's wants and needs. Make a list
of your relevant experience and skills. For instance, if the job ad calls for a strong
leader, think of examples of when you've successfully led a team. Once you've jotted
down some notes, and have a sense of what you want to highlight in your letter, you're
ready to get started writing.

2. WRITING GUIDELINES FOR JOB APPLICATION LETTERS

- Writing a job application letter is very different from a quick email to a friend or a thank-
you note to a relative. Hiring managers and potential interviewers have certain
expectations when it comes to the letter's presentation and appearance, from length (no
more than a page) to font size and style to letter spacing:
 Length: A letter of application should be no more than one page long.
 Format and Page Margins: A letter of application should be single-spaced with
a space between each paragraph. Use about 1" margins and align your text to
the left, which is the standard alignment for most documents.
 Font: Use a traditional font such as Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri. The font
size should be between 10 and 12 points.

3. WHAT TO INCLUDE IN EACH SECTION OF THE LETTER

- There are also set rules for the sections included in the letter, from salutation to sign-off,
and how the letter is organized. Here's a quick lowdown on the main sections included
in a job application letter:
 Heading: A letter of application should begin with both your and the employer's
contact information (name, address, phone number, email) followed by the date. If

19
 this is an email rather than an actual letter, include your contact information at the
end of the letter, after your signature.
 Salutation: This is your polite greeting. The most common salutation is "Dear
Mr./Ms." followed by the person's last name. Find out more about appropriate cover
letter salutations, including what to do if you don't know the person's name, or are
unsure of a contact's gender.
 Body of the letter: Think of this section as being three distinct parts.
 In the first paragraph, you'll want to mention the job you are applying for and
where you saw the job listing.
 The next paragraph(s) are the most important part of your letter. Remember
how you gathered all that information about what employers were seeking,
and how you could meet their needs? This is where you'll share those
relevant details on your experience and accomplishments.
 The third and last part of the body of the letter will be your thank you to
the employer; you can also offer follow-up information.
 Complimentary Close: Sign off your email with a polite close, such as "Best" or
"Sincerely," followed by your name.
 Signature: End with your signature, handwritten, followed by your typed name. If this is
an email, simply include your typed name, followed by your contact information.

4. SIMPLE FORMATTING USING TEMPLATE

- Overwhelmed by all these formatting and organization requirements? One way to make
the process of writing a job application easier is to use a job application letter
template to create your own personalized job application letters for applying for a job.
Having a template can help save you time if you are sending a lot of application letters.
- Be sure that each letter you send is personalized to the company and position; do not
send the same letter to different companies.

5. TIPS ON WRITING AN EFFECTIVE LETTER

 Always write one. Unless a job posting specifically says not to send a letter of
application or cover letter, you should always send one. Even if the company does not
request a letter of application, it never hurts to include one. If they do ask you to send a
letter, make sure to follow the directions exactly (for example, they might ask you to
send the letter as an email attachment, or type it directly into their online application
system).
 Use business letter format. Use a formal business letter format when writing your
letter. Include your contact information at the top, the date, and the employer’s contact
information. Be sure to provide a salutation at the beginning, and your signature at the
end.
 Sell yourself. Throughout the letter, focus on how you would benefit the company.
Provide specific examples of times when you demonstrated skills or abilities that would
be useful for the job, especially those listed in the job posting or description. If possible,
include examples of times when you added value to a company.
Numerical values offer concrete evidence of your skills and accomplishments.

20
  Use keywords. Reread the job listing, circling any keywords (such as skills or abilities
that are emphasized in the listing). Try to include some of those words in your cover
letter. This will help the employer see that you are a strong fit for the job.
 Keep it brief. Keep your letter under a page long, with no more than about four
paragraphs. An employer is more likely to read a concise letter.
 Edit, edit, edit. Employers are likely to overlook an application with a lot of errors.
Therefore, read through your cover letter, and if possible, ask a friend or career
counsellor to review the letter. Proofread for any grammar or spelling errors.

6. SAMPLE JOB APPLICATION LETTER

Elizabeth Johnson
12 Jones Street
Portland, Maine 04101
555-555-5555
elizabethjohnson@emailaddress.com

August 11, 2020

Mark Smith
Human Resources Manager
Veggies to Go
238 Main Street
Portland, Maine 04101

Dear Mr. Smith,

I was so excited when my former coworker, Jay Lopez, told me about your opening for an administrative assistant in your
Portland offices. A long-time Veggies to Go customer and an experienced admin, I would love to help the company achieve its
mission of making healthy produce as available as takeout.

I’ve worked for small companies for my entire career, and I relish the opportunity to wear many hats and work with the team to
succeed. In my latest role as an administrative assistant at Beauty Corp, I saved my employer thousands of dollars in temp
workers by implementing a self-scheduling system for the customer service reps that cut down on cancelled shifts. I also
learned web design, time sheet coding, and perfected my Excel skills. 

I’ve attached my resume for your consideration and hope to speak with you soon about your needs for the role.

Best Regards,

Elizabeth Johnson --------- > (signature hard copy letter)

ELIZABETH JOHNSON

FILLING OUT APPLICATION FORMS

21
Here is the example of application form

22
VISITING THE CONCERNED OFFICES WHERE THE FOLLOWING COULD BE SECURED:

1. Barangay Clearance – Barangay Clearance or Certificate of Residency is one the

Philippine government issued identification documents needed for many important
business, job, or personal transactions.
2. Mayor’s Clearance – Similar to the barangay clearance, the mayor's permit or
business permit ensures that your business complies with all the ordinances of the
particular city or municipality you operate in. This is important because each
municipality or city has its own set of ordinances.
3. Police Clearance – A police certificate is an official document issued as a result of
a background check by the police or government agency of a country to enumerate any
criminal records that the applicant may have. Criminal records may
include arrest, conviction, and possibly criminal proceedings. A police certificate is also
known as good citizen certificate, good conduct certificate, police clearance certificate,
national police history check or judicial record extracts.
4. Medical Certificate - A medical certificate or doctor's certificate is a written
statement from a physician or another medically qualified health care provider which
attests to the result of a medical examination of a patient. It can serve as a sick
note (documentation that an employee is unfit for work) or evidence of a health
condition. For dance examinations it is a lot more than that. If there is a specific injury or
an underlying health condition then a certificate from a specialist is needed.

JOB INTERVIEW SKILLS TRAINING

Even the smartest and most qualified job seekers need to prepare for their job interview. Why,
you ask? Interview skills are learned, and there are no second chances to make a great  first
impression. These 10 interview tips will teach you how to answer interview questions and convince
the hiring manager that you are the one for the job. 

Practice good nonverbal communication

It's about demonstrating confidence: standing straight, making eye contact and connecting with a firm
handshake. That first nonverbal impression can be a great beginning—or quick ending—to your
interview.

Dress for the job or company

Today's casual dress codes do not give you permission to dress as "they" do when you interview. It is
important to know what to wear to an interview and to be well-groomed. Whether you wear a suit or
something less formal depends on the company culture and the position you are seeking. If possible,
call to find out about the company dress code before the interview.

Listen
From the very beginning of the interview, your interviewer is giving you information, either directly or
indirectly. If you are not hearing it, you are missing a major opportunity. Good communication

23
skills include listening and letting the person know you heard what was said. Observe your
interviewer, and match that style and pace.

Don't talk too much

Telling the interviewer more than he needs to know could be a fatal mistake. When you have not
prepared ahead of time, you may ramble when answering interview questions, sometimes talking
yourself right out of the job. Prepare for the interview by reading through the job posting, matching
your skills with the position's requirements and relating only that information.

Don't be too familiar

The interview is a professional meeting to talk business. This is not about making a new friend. Your
level of familiarity should mimic the interviewer's demeanor. It is important to bring energy and
enthusiasm to the interview and to ask questions, but do not overstep your place as a candidate
looking for a job.

Use appropriate language

It's a given that you should use professional language during the interview. Be aware of
any inappropriate slang words or references to age, race, religion, politics or sexual orientation—
these topics could send you out the door very quickly.

Don't be cocky
Attitude plays a key role in your interview success. There is a fine balance between confidence,
professionalism and modesty. Even if you're putting on a performance to demonstrate your ability,
overconfidence is as bad, if not worse, as being too reserved.

Take care to answer the questions

When interviewers ask for an example of a time when you did something, they are asking behavioral
interview questions, which are designed to elicit a sample of your past behavior. If you fail to relate a
specific example, you not only don't answer the question, but you also miss an opportunity to prove
your ability and talk about your skills.

Ask questions
When asked if they have any questions, most candidates answer, "No." Wrong answer. Part of
knowing how to interview is being ready to ask questions that demonstrate an interest in what goes
on in the company. Asking questions also gives you the opportunity to find out if this is the right place
for you. The best questions come from listening to what you're asked during the interview and asking
for additional information.

Don't appear desperate

When you interview with the "please, please hire me" approach, you appear desperate and less
confident. Reflect the three Cs during the interview: cool, calm and confidence. You know you can do
the job; make sure the interviewer believes you can, too.

24
PART III: DISCUSSION OF PORTFOLIO

The meaning of Portfolio

According to Collins dictionary, a portfolio is a set of pictures by someone, or photographs

of examples of their work, which they use when entering competitions or applying for work.

How to create a portfolio

  You need a portfolio to showcase your work and to help to demonstrate your skills to
prospective employers. Nothing impresses more than a beautifully presented portfolio at
an interview. But don't send it unless requested. Always bring it with you if you have an interview.

 Go for quality, not quantity: employers will probably spend only a few minutes looking at your
portfolio, especially at interview. Less can be more so select only your strongest work.
 Put your portfolio on a web site if possible as it is so easy to access. You then simply need
to provide the web link on your CV.
 Make sure that the portfolio is carefully laid out and in the correct order.
 All items need to be clear and easy to understand
 A physical portfolio can include anything that is portable! Anything flat can be folded into
a portfolio, but you are not restricted to things that can fit inside the portfolio! If an item is too
large to take to the interview take high quality photos of it to show with close ups to elicit
details.

What should my portfolio include?

A good portfolio would probably have most of the following:

 An index of the contents

 Your CV including your interests and any evidence of project management skills. 
Your CV should give the impression that you think like a designer.
 Perhaps a profile or personal statement
 Your key achievements and skills
 Examples of your work of course with good documentation.
Place the best and most relevant work first and start and finish with strong pieces of
work.
 Include a variety of examples of work you have done.
 Your main example needs to reflect your strengths and your creative approach and
flair.
 Items that show your thought process and development of ideas are valuable: sequence
of photos for example.
 Production portfolios can also include budget sheets, idea pitches and marketing
materials.

25
Portfolio content
 accomplished forms
 pictures of work site and non-written output/ projects with captions
 illustrations of activities performed (as needed)
 weekly diary (narrative/ account of learnings and achievements, issues faced and
corresponding resolutions)
 sample written output (if any)
 work immersion highlights
 other relevant pictures/ documents

A. CRITERIA FOR PORTFOLIO

Portfolio of _______________________ Instructor______________ 
Course / Section ________/_______ Semester_________ 

I. Portfolio Introductory Material:

 Cover Page
Detailed Table of Contents__________ 
Excellent _____, Very Good _____, Adequate _____, Unsatisfactory_____

II. Quality of Compositions in Portfolio: 

 Critical thinking/analytical skills - the writer: understands the assignments; shows

original thinking; synthesizes information; clarifies concepts.  
Excellent _________, Very Good ________, Adequate __________, Unsatisfactory
__________
 Writing skills - The writer has adequately paraphrases information from sources,
avoids wordiness by using clear, concise sentences.  
Excellent _________, Very Good ________, Adequate __________, Unsatisfactory
__________
 Format - Organizes material in appropriate format; includes all relevant components
and material;
Excellent _________, Very Good ________, Adequate __________, Unsatisfactory
__________
 Writing mechanics - uses correct grammar, punctuation, spelling 
Excellent _________, Very Good ________, Adequate __________, Unsatisfactory
__________

III. Participation in learning community:

26
  Participates in class discussions, peer response, group projects, submits drafts on time
to peer group and teacher, and sends periodic progress reports to teacher.  
Excellent _________, Very Good ________, Adequate __________, Unsatisfactory
__________
 PORTFOLIO COURSE GRADE:
[A] Excellent _____, [B]Very Good _____, [C]Adequate _____, [D]Unsatisfactory_____

  
  
LEGEND:
A- 96-100
B- 90-95
C- 85-89
D- 75-84

FINAL OUTPUT:
1. Application Letter
2. Resume
KIndly upload your output to your FB Group.

27
REFLECTION ON THE PRE-WORK IMMERSION EXPERIENCES

Make a reflection about what you have experienced during your work immersion. At least 3
paragraphs.

I’ve experienced a lot in this new subject and my learning mindset is badly foreign when it’s
about work itself. I get it that it’s because I still don’t have experience to such activities. But since
media exists, I get to do a thorough research because I couldn’t understand the guides in the
module but I’ve also taken a few information from it. And that includes on how you get a job by
making your resume and application letter.
A resume is a document created and used by a person to present their background, skills, and
accomplishments. Résumés can be used for a variety of reasons, but most often they are used to
secure new employment. A resume is an important tool for your job search because it offers a
page or two where you can display your top skills and qualities. However, a resume is much more
than that. Resumes help employers make hiring decisions and help you get your first interview. A
resume simply outlines your education and work experience. It is designed to highlight your
qualifications and recommendation. Popularly known as curriculum vitae, a CV is a brief
explanation of several important points. When you are writing a resume, it is always important to
note your educational and work experience. This way, your prospective employer will determine
whether you are qualified for a particular position. There is a common misconception that a resume
is only important if you want to succeed in the corporate ladder, and freelancers say they don’t
need it. For your information, having a resume has an array of advantages since it highlights your
qualifications, achievements and work experience. In other words, it is a brief profile to give the
client a glance of your qualifications.
While an application letter is merely another name for a cover letter, the official business letter
often included with a job application and/or resume and sent to a prospective employer. The
objective of an application letter is to attract the attention of an employer. It acts as a cover letter
for your resume and should provide enough personal information to convince the reader to grant
you an interview. The qualifications you provide a potential employer should be included on your
resume.

SOURCES
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Work_ethic

 Daniel T. Rodgers. The Work Ethic in Industrial America, 1850-1920. Univ. of Chicago Press,
1978 2nd edition 2014
 "Max Weber and the Protestant Ethic - BBC Radio 4" on YouTube
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Work_ethic
http://workforcecompliancesafety.ca/resources/10-reasons-why-workplace-safety-is-
important/
http://www.arbill.com/arbill-safety-blog/bid/182469/top-10-workplace-safety-tips-every-employee-
should-know

28
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labor_policy_in_the_Philippines

http://tucp.org.ph/2015/09/immersion-in-k-to-12/
http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=4663
http://www.edcc.edu/counseling/documents/conflict.pdf
http://www.deped.gov.ph/sites/default/files/order/2017/DO_s2017_030.pdf

http://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/credentials
https://resumegenius.com/how-to-write-a-resume

http://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/resume

https://www.monster.com/career-advice/article/boost-your-interview-iq

https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/portfolio

https://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/cv/portfolios.htm

http://mason.gmu.edu/~montecin/portgrade.htm

29