CV Preparation And Interview Techniques - Preparing For Interview Course - How To Prepare A CV

Introduction

This CV Preparation and Interview Techniques course focuses on the principles of CV building, self-reflection of individuals strengths and development areas, practical tips and tactics on CV design and interview technique, understanding what employers look for in prospective candidates (on paper and face-to-face) and building confidence in being interviewed for vacant positions.

This course is recommended for staff members who are faced with redundancy or helping to prepare staff for promotion.

Pre-Requisites

• There are no pre-requisites required, prior to attending this course.

Who Should Attend

• Recommended for staff members who are faced with redundancy or helping to prepare staff for promotion.

Course Objectives

On completion of this course, candidates will be able to:

• Understand the purpose and format of the curriculum vitae in securing new employment
• Know the key features of the effective CV
• Write an eye catching profile at the head of the CV
• Sell themselves effectively on paper
• Write action-based, quantifiable job responsibilities
• Appreciate a range of effective CV layouts
• Examine their current CV and make amendments/ improvements to produce the most eye-catching, effective CV to prospective employers
• Design a good quality covering letter/ email
• Understand the strategy of the recruitment interview
• Prepare effectively for the interview
• Define their strengths and development areas in aspects of typical job competencies such as internal customer service, communication skills and effective leadership (if seeking team leader/ manager type positions)
• Know the importance of first impressions
• Understand competency based/ behavioural interviewing and how to prepare for this technique
• Answer interview questions in the most effective way
• Appreciate the importance of body language in interviews
• Display positive body language during the interview
• Describe various tips and tactics to contribute to ‘making an impression’, during the interview
• Demonstrate rapport building skills with the Interviewer