This week you are preparing your personal statement. The personal statement is no more than two pages, double spaced, 12 font. 
In the statement, you are to talk about your background , your employment history, your attributes, your experience and any other relevant information ……as it pertains to the position in criminal justice or human services you are seeking. 
Consider the following questions and discussion points within your personal statement:
How did you develop or facilitate your interest in this position?
What is your current knowledge of this industry?
Describe your relevant experiences and skills.
Describe your achievements and how they relate to this position.
What are your future aspirations within the field?
How do you want to contribute to society through your work?
Write in your own voice: Use your own words to describe your qualifications to make your statement feel more personal and uniquely you. 
Have a positive tone: Use language that demonstrates your enthusiasm for the opportunity and gratitude for the reader’s consideration.
Use active voice: Active voice means using strong verbs that engage a reader and directly identify your accomplishments, which can make your personal statement more effective.
Be unique: Your personal statement should be unique to you, so discuss what makes you different from other candidates. Include specific details and brief examples of your experiences to help your personal statement stand out.
Remember: For the purposes of this course and all assignments you must have selected a position in the criminal justice system or human services field you are seeking.