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@.twist.: I will try to help! I love going over resumes.

For education, does the template have a place for the completion date of the degree? If so, I'd list your expected certificate or degree and put "expected month year" That's what I always did for my degree when I was still actively in school. The only time I wouldn't mention education is if you dropped out with no plans to complete the program.

I only list work experience that is at least somewhat relevant to the job I'm applying for. I think 8 years of work experience is excellent, and being at the same company shows that you are dedicated and not quitting right and left. If none of your past jobs help you look better as an employee, I'd just list the one. ETA: if your resume ends up looking bare, maybe find some activity or responsibility at a prior job that would make you look like an asset, and list that job. I've done that with part time jobs where I've had a management role.

I'm not on linked in so I can't comment there

I've had people tell me not to even bother writing references available upon request because it's a given that you'll need to provide references. Usually you'll list them on the actual job application. If you are submitting a resume without applying, it won't hurt to include the "upon request" line at the bottom. I wouldn't actually list them on the resume, it often makes it look jumbled and not as easy on the eyes.

@.twist.: Do you think you'll complete them online? It would be a shame to not mention the courses, but an employer might wonder why you didn't finish, and even with an excellent reason, they may still unfortunately take that as a negative thing.

I have a similar situation... I have 4 classes left to get my MBA. I quit when I was TTC because my heart wasn't in it. If I was applying to a job where an MBA would make or break my chances, I would look into going back. Even if I did one course a semester, I could list it on my resume without lying and better myself at the same time. I guess it all depends on how easily you can finish it!

And I would definitely list high school if you had good grades I'd list your class rank or GPA, too. Anything to make you look like the best candidate!

I would....

1. Include it under the education & qualifications section...put it at the top and list which parts you've completed. If you are actively working towards the other parts, list them and say you are.

2. Only list the previous employments that are relevant to the job you are applying for.

3. Available on request. I wouldn't want a potential employer contacting my current boss until they've offered me the job.

LOL at cover letter!

Good luck!!

@.twist.: not if you've been there for 8yrs! Surely that looks better than lots of short term jobs.

@.twist.: Sorry -- just trying to be helpful.