Getting a Job

How will you stand out to prospective employers? This course will guide you through the whole process from deciding which jobs to apply for and writing your CV/resume to succeeding in an interview.

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Into the Wild Sam is on his way to Kruger National Park for his first job interview. You're going to help him.
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Your Train-ing Journey Done job training before and found it difficult to put into practice? This is different. Have a look at what is coming your way.
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Who Can Help You? Trying to find a job can feel difficult, but don't worry, there are loads of people who can help...
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Jenny and Sam Sam is going to meet his advisor, Jenny. Can you help Jenny to make Sam think differently about job advisors?
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Identify Your Skills Don't think you have many skills? Yes you do - you just need to know how to find them!
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Create Your CV/resume Having a good CV/resume is vital to finding a job. Find out how to write a good one.
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Work Your Network Daniel thinks he's done everything he can to get a job. Will Rose show him another side to job hunting that he's not thought of?
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Do Your Research How can you use the information gained through good research to stand out from the crowd?
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To Apply or Not to Apply? Job advertisements can be confusing, learn to understand them and tell if the job is right for you.
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Test Drive the CAR Technique Learn to structure the way you communicate your experiences in a winning way.
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The Selection Process Employers go through particular steps when recruiting. Get the inside story on what you may encounter.
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The Call Out of the Blue Emma is about to get a call from a recruitment agency. Help her handle an unexpected telephone interview.
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Tailor Your CV, Learn It You need to adjust your CV for every job you apply for. Find out why and how.
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The Application Form An application form is an opportunity to shine. How should you fill it in to get to the next stage of the selection process?
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A Better Cover Letter No CV or application form should be sent without a cover letter. Find out how to write a good one.
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Prepare for Your Interview Successful interviews are all about preparation. How do you make sure you are ready?
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Sam and FuturoSystems Sam has another interview. Can you apply everything you have learnt to help him get him a job?
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Ace Your Interview Get ahead by perfecting your interview technique. Get hints on interview questions, body language and the unwritten rules.
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The Pearly Bank Panel Emma knows there will be more than one person interviewing her at Pearly Bank... has she done her homework on panel interviews?
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Online Professional Presence Make LinkedIn and Social Media work for you in your job hunt.
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Master Virtual Interviews Virtual interviews are becoming more common. Learn about what to expect and how to excel at them.
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Prep for a Virtual Interview Olivia is meeting with her advisor Kevin. Help Kevin to guide Olivia as she prepares for her first virtual interview.
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The Virtual Interview Olivia and Tanya both have virtual interviews at Pearly Bank. Can you help them to ace their interviews?
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