Recruitment and Social Media Course

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  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    3h

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Online campus

    Yes

The Recruitment and Social Media Course is designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge and skills needed to succeed in modern recruitment environments. As hiring practices increasingly rely on digital platforms, this course explores how social media is strategically used to attract, engage, and assess potential candidates across various industries.

Learners will gain a clear understanding of the recruitment lifecycle, from workforce planning and job advertising to candidate sourcing, screening, and selection. The course places strong emphasis on social media recruitment, covering platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and other digital channels used by employers and recruitment professionals. You will learn how employers build employer branding, promote vacancies, and engage talent through ethical and effective online strategies.

This course also introduces best practices in candidate communication, equality and diversity awareness, and data protection within recruitment processes. Whether you are aiming to work in recruitment, HR, talent acquisition, or simply want to understand how organisations hire in the digital age, this course provides valuable, career-focused insights.

Flexible and fully online, the Recruitment and Social Media Course supports personal development while enhancing employability. It is ideal for learners looking to strengthen their CV, develop in-demand recruitment skills, and gain confidence in using social media as a professional hiring tool.

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About this course

Understand the full recruitment and selection process
Learn how social media supports modern hiring strategies
Develop effective candidate sourcing and screening skills
Build knowledge of employer branding and online recruitment
Improve communication within recruitment environments
Understand ethical and legal considerations in recruitment

This course is intended for individuals who are interested in recruitment, human resources, or talent acquisition roles, as well as those looking to enhance their understanding of modern hiring practices. It is suitable for beginners with no prior recruitment experience and for professionals seeking to update their knowledge of social media recruitment strategies.

The Recruitment and Social Media Course is ideal for aspiring recruiters, HR assistants, hiring managers, business owners, and administrators involved in recruitment activities. It is also beneficial for jobseekers who want insight into how employers use social media to identify and assess candidates, helping them improve their own employability.

Learners considering a career change, returning to work, or developing professional skills for career progression will find this course accessible and relevant. The content is inclusive and designed to support learners from diverse educational and professional backgrounds, making it suitable for anyone seeking practical recruitment knowledge in today’s digital workplace.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, making it accessible to a wide range of learners. It is suitable for individuals aged 16 and above who are interested in recruitment and social media practices. Learners are encouraged to have a basic level of English literacy, numeracy, and IT skills to support online learning and understanding of course materials. A reliable internet connection and a suitable digital device are recommended to access the course content comfortably. No previous experience in recruitment or human resources is required.

Upon successful completion of the Recruitment and Social Media Course, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

This course offers flexible, self-paced learning that fits around personal and professional commitments. The content is developed by subject experts and structured into clear, easy-to-follow modules focused on real-world recruitment practices. Learners gain up-to-date knowledge of social media recruitment and employer branding, supporting career development in a competitive job market. The course is fully online, allowing learners to study from anywhere at their own pace. Skills gained through this course enhance CV credibility and support career progression across recruitment, HR, and business support roles.

The course is designed to be accessible for beginners with no previous experience in recruitment or social media hiring. Concepts are explained clearly, using practical examples to support understanding. Learners can progress at their own pace, making it suitable for those new to the subject or returning to learning after a break.

This course builds in-demand recruitment and social media skills that are valuable across many industries. It supports career progression into roles such as recruitment assistant, HR administrator, talent coordinator, or hiring manager. The knowledge gained also strengthens CVs and improves understanding of modern hiring practices used by employers.

The Recruitment and Social Media Course is delivered fully online through a self-paced learning platform. Learners can access materials at any time, from any location, using an internet-enabled device. This flexible study method allows learners to balance education with work, family, or other commitments.

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Subjects

  • Recruitment
  • Social Media
  • Hiring
  • Media
  • Media Marketing

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Course programme

This Recruitment and Social Media course explores how social platforms can be used effectively within modern recruitment processes. It covers employer branding, social sourcing, candidate engagement, content planning, and ethical recruitment practices, helping learners attract talent, build professional networks, and support efficient, digital-first recruitment strategies.

Course Curriculum

  • Recruitment and Social Media Course
  • Module 1: The Recruitment Industry
  • Module 2: Recruitment & Social Media Platforms
  • Module 3: Social Media Marketplace
  • Module 4: Promoting Your Brand
  • Module 5: Target Audience & Selecting the Platform
  • Module 6: The Recruitment Process
  • Module 7: In-House Recruitment
  • Module 8: The UK Recruitment Legislation
  • Mock-Exam
  • Final-Exam

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Recruitment and Social Media Course

Special Emagister price

£ 9 £ 425 VAT inc.