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Referral Letter Template
What Is a Referral Letter?
A Referral Letter is a typed or handwritten document prepared on behalf of the individual looking for employment, educational opportunity, internship, or medical treatment. It allows the recipient of this referral to know more about the person described, their characteristics, traits, and past experience. It is recommended to ask for a referral from an individual who has known you for a long time and can vouch for your qualities and skills or can describe your medical issues correctly so that your treatment can continue smoothly.
You can download a printable Referral Letter template through the link below.
Whether you are searching for a new job or require medical intervention from another professional, a Referral Letter provided by a person who closely worked with you and knows you personally will make a positive impression on the intended recipient and will serve as a basis for your future interactions.
How to Write a Referral Letter?
Unlike a Reference Letter, one of the most common reasons for writing a Letter of Referral is medical care - one physician transfers their patient to another doctor or offers to work together on a certain issue. Still not sure where to start? Follow these steps to compose a Referral Letter:
- If you were asked to draft a letter, you can ask the applicant or candidate for a Referral Letter template in case the company or education institution of their choice demands uniform documentation.
- Introduce yourself to the recipient of the letter. State the reason for writing.
- Name the person who asked you for a referral or who, in your opinion, needs it in the nearest future. Depending on the nature of the letter, you can list their qualifications, skills, educational institutions they have attended, job duties they have successfully performed, or their medical history, including past treatment, and your ideas on how to deal with their illness or disorder.
- Illustrate your letter with specific examples of the individual's experience, health, or behavior. Explain why you think your referral and another professional's opinion or opportunity can be a good option for them. If you provide a referral for enrollment or employment, you should underline the applicant's potential contribution to the field of study or organization.
- Add your contact details and offer the other individual to call or email you if they have any questions or issues.
Once you finish writing a Referral Letter, give it to the person who asked for it or send it directly to the recipient if you have their contact information. If you prepare a referral with the intention to give it to the job applicant or a prospective student, they will attach this document to their paperwork - a referral provided by the former or current teacher, employer, colleague, or mentor will add extra weight to their application.
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