Certificate In Job Search Skills Online Course
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Identify Your Purpose and Get The Job of Your Dreams Searching for a job can be intimidating. How do you know what job you’re best suited for? How do you build a winning résumé and cover letter? Where can you find job leads? How do you network without feeling nervous? What happens when you land an interview? And most importantly, where do you find help when you need it? This course will give you the answers to all these questions, plus a plan to get you to a new job within a month. After completing this course, you’ll be more than ready to start your search for your perfect job. Identifying your purpose for working and the skills required will help you determine the types of jobs you should apply for. By the end of this Certificate In Job Search Skills Online Course , you will be able to: Define your objectives and purpose in your search for employment Help you establish SMART goals in the job-hunting process Assist you in developing a first month plan of action for your job search Craft an effective resume Form an attractive cover letter Develop and present a portfolio of your prior work Learn networking skills in finding leads for jobs Efficiently get interviews and thrive in the interview process
Course Fast Facts: Easy to follow and understand Only 6 to 8 hours of study is required 12 months access to course Delivered 100% on-line and accessible 24/7 from any computer or smartphone You can study from home or at work, at your own pace, in your own time Download printer friendly course content Certificate (IAOTS Accredited) Course Delivery Courses are accessed online via our learning management system by any device including PC, MAC, tablet or Smart Phone. Recognition & Accreditation This course is internationally recognized and accredited by the International Association of Online Training Standards (IAOTS). The courses offered by Courses For Success are...
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Entry requirements Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills. Minimum education Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course. Computer requirements Students will need access to a computer and the internet. Minimum specifications for the computer are: Windows: Microsoft Windows XP, or later ...
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- Networking
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- Skills and Training
Course programme
Module One - Getting Started
Module Two - Ready, Set, Go!
- Identifying your values and purpose
- Assessing your skills
- Setting SMART goals
- Building a resource system
- A 30-day plan
Module Three - Building Your Resume
- Basic resume formats
- Dealing with awkward points
- Checklist for success
Module Four - Polishing Your Resume
- Creating an attractive package
- About branding
- Some extra touches
- Checklist for success
Module Five - Writing a Cover Letter
- Types of cover letters
- Creating a template
- Customising the template
- Checklist for success
Module Six - Creating a Portfolio
- When do I need a portfolio?
- Types of portfolios
- Essential elements
- Checklist for success
Module Seven - Networking Skills
- What is networking?
- Getting a conversation started
- But I'm so nervous!
- Wrapping up and moving on
Module Eight - Skills for Success
- Being organised
- Becoming a punctual person
- I can do this!
- Important etiquette points
Module Nine - Where to Look?
- The obvious places
- The hidden job market
- About cold calling
- The power of networking
Module Ten - Understanding the Interview
- Types of interviews
- What to expect
- About behavioral questions
- About knowledge questions
Module Eleven - Interview Skills
- Dressing for success
- Answering questions
- Asking questions
- Following up
Module Twelve - Wrapping Up
Words from the Wise
- LUCILLE BALL - One of the things I learned the hard way was that it doesn't pay to get discouraged. Keeping busy and making optimism a way of life can restore your faith in yourself
- ANATOLE FRANCE - To accomplish great things, we must not only act but also dream. Not only plan but also believe.
- KENNETH HARTLEY BLANCHARD - The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority.
Certificate In Job Search Skills Online Course