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Create CVThe education section on a general worker resume should be simple, clear, and tailored to your experience level. Most employers hiring for general labor roles care more about your work history and reliability, but your education still matters. You should include your high school diploma or GED, any vocational training, and relevant coursework or certifications. Place it at the bottom if you have experience, or near the top if you’re new to the workforce. Keep it concise and focused on what supports your ability to do the job.
For general worker roles, hiring managers are not looking for academic achievements. They want reassurance that you have basic education, can follow instructions, and possibly have some practical training.
What matters most:
Proof of basic education such as high school diploma or GED
Any hands-on or job-related training
Safety certifications or technical skills learned in school
Evidence of reliability and consistency
What does NOT matter:
GPA (unless specifically requested)
Irrelevant coursework
Your education section should only contain information that supports your ability to perform general labor tasks.
Include the following:
School name
Degree or diploma (High School Diploma or GED)
Graduation year (optional if older than 10 years)
Vocational or technical training
Relevant coursework (only if it adds value)
High School Diploma
Lincoln High School, Chicago, IL
Graduated: 2018
High School Diploma
Roosevelt High School, Dallas, TX
Graduated: 2022
Relevant Coursework: Basic Mechanics, Shop Class
High School Diploma
Jefferson High School, Phoenix, AZ
GED Certificate
State of California
Completed: 2016
High School Diploma
Westside High School, Atlanta, GA
Forklift Operation Training
Atlanta Technical College, 2020
Academic awards unrelated to physical or labor work
Keep formatting clean and consistent. Do not overcomplicate it.
Degree or certification
School or institution
Location (city, state)
Graduation or completion date
High School Diploma
Central High School, Denver, CO
Graduated: 2019
Use bold for degree or diploma
Keep alignment consistent
Avoid long descriptions
Limit to 2–4 lines per entry
The way you list education depends on your situation.
Place education AFTER your work experience section.
Why:
Employers care more about your hands-on experience than your schooling.
Place education BEFORE work experience.
Why:
It becomes your strongest qualification.
You can separate it into its own section:
Education
Training & Certifications
This works well if training is more important than formal education.
If you don’t have a college degree, you are not at a disadvantage for general worker roles. Most positions do not require one.
Focus on:
High school diploma or GED
On-the-job training
Certifications
Skills gained through experience
GED Certificate
Completed: 2015
OSHA Safety Training
Completed: 2021
Yes, if it’s your highest level of education.
Include it if:
You don’t have a college degree
You are early in your career
The job requires basic education verification
You can remove it later if you gain more advanced qualifications.
Placement depends on your experience level.
Use this if:
You have 1+ years of work experience
Your job history is strong
Use this if:
You are a recent graduate
You have no work experience
Your training is highly relevant
Use when:
You are new to the workforce
You recently completed training
You are switching careers and education is relevant
Use when:
You have solid work experience
Your job history is more important
Your education is basic
Only include coursework if it directly relates to the job.
Good examples:
Basic mechanics
Construction fundamentals
Safety training
Equipment handling
Relevant Coursework: Basic Carpentry, Workplace Safety
Relevant Coursework: English Literature, History
This is where you can stand out.
General worker roles often prioritize safety and hands-on ability.
Include:
OSHA training
Forklift certification
First aid or CPR
Trade school courses
OSHA 10 Certification
Completed: 2022
Keep it short. Do not write paragraphs.
Do not list courses or achievements unrelated to the job.
Only include GPA if:
It’s strong
You’re a recent graduate
Otherwise, skip it.
Putting education at the top when you have years of experience weakens your resume.
Simple, clean format
Relevant training included
Proper placement based on experience
Focus on practical skills
Overly detailed academic descriptions
Listing incomplete degrees without context
Including outdated or irrelevant courses
Making education look more important than experience
Make sure your education section:
Clearly lists your highest level of education
Includes relevant certifications or training
Is placed correctly based on your experience
Is easy to scan in under 5 seconds
If it passes all four, you’re in a strong position.
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