Personal Development - CV and Interview Skills
3 Day Course

Course Objectives
This course will provide participants with an understanding of CV development and presentation, a working knowledge of the skills required for interview preparation and personal presentation, and the communication skills necessary for successful job interviews.

Course Content Day 1 Introduction What is a CV? What is a CV used for? Getting started The contents of your CV Presentation/Layout of your CV Guidelines and examples The covering letter The application form Preparing your own CV The next step Day 2 Review of day one Introduction to days two and three Importance of interview preparation Finding out about job vacancies Reading a job advert Deciding whether to apply Applying for a job Dealing with rejection Day 3 Review of day two Attending an interview Typical interview questions Questions to ask the interviewer Different types of interview Interview tips and hints Interview Techniques Useful resources Evaluation and close

Learning Outcomes
After attendance at the course participants will :

- Understand the elements of a good curriculum vitae
- Prepare their own curriculum vitae
- Understand the benefits of interview preparation
- Determine how to secure an interview
- Create the desired image
- Know how to give a great interview

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