Interview Skills and CV Writing Certification

Whether you are entering the job market for the first time or looking for a complete change in career, improving your CV writing and interview skills is the first step to securing your ideal job.

These skills are crucial for career success, but few of us were taught them at school. This course gives you a comprehensive overview of how employers screen applications, what they are looking for at all stages of the recruitment process, and how to demonstrate that you are the perfect person to fill the position.

You will discover the best strategies for succeeding at interview, how to tackle psychometric tests and assessments, how to build rapport with an interviewer, and how to negotiate the salary and benefits you deserve. Learn how to approach your job search with confidence and take control of your career.

You will learn

• How to write a CV that will distinguish you from the competition
• What employers look for when they read a CV
• How to write a cover letter that will convince an employer that you are the right person for the job
• What you need to know about the company and your interviewer in advance of the interview, and how to use your knowledge to gain an advantage over other candidates
• The best way to answer popular job interview questions
• How to handle various types of face-to-face interview, including group interviews and assessment days
• How to succeed in giving an effective phone or video interview
• How to learn from a bad interview experience and improve your chances of future success
• An overview of the most common tests
• How to negotiate the terms of a job offer during or after an interview

Course content: 10 modules · 11 hours of learning, covering How To Put Together An Effective CV; How To Put Together An Effective Cover Letter; Conducting Research Prior To An Interview; How To Prepare For The Most Common Interview Questions; Communication Strategies For Interview Situations; How To Handle Group Interviews & Assessment Days; How To Handle Telephone And Video Interviews; How To Handle Psychometric Tests; How To Negotiate Salary And Job Conditions; and Following Up After An Interview And Learning From The Experience.

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