Interview Skills and CV Writing Certificate
Why you should study with us
Interview Skills and CV Writing Certificate Course
Whether you are entering the job market for the first time or looking for a complete change in career, improving your CV writing and interview skills is the first step to securing your ideal job. These skills are crucial for career success, but few of us were taught them at school.
This course will give you a comprehensive overview of how employers screen applications, what they are looking for at all stages of the recruitment process and how to demonstrate that you are the perfect person to fill the position. You will discover the best strategies for succeeding at an interview, how to tackle psychometric tests and assessments, how to build rapport with an interviewer and how to negotiate salary and benefits you deserve. Learn how to approach your job search with confidence and take control over your career.
You Will Learn:
- How to write a CV that will distinguish you from the competition.
- What employers look for when they read a CV.
- How to write a cover letter that will convince an employer that you are the right person for the job.
- What you need to know about the company and your interviewer in advance of the interview, and how to use your knowledge to gain an advantage over the other candidates.
- The best way to answer popular job interview questions.
- How to handle various types of face to face interview, including group interviews and assessment days.
- How to succeed in giving an effective phone or telephone interview.
- How to learn from a bad interview experience and improve your chances of future success.
- An overview of the most common tests.
- How to negotiate the terms of a job offer during or after an interview.
Benefits Of Taking This Course
- Your knowledge will make you an attractive candidate for roles that require you to help others, including roles in the HR and training sector.
- Your chances of finding a new job will improve – you will secure more interviews, appear more confident throughout the selection process and raise your value in the eyes of employers.
- You can study from any location with an internet connection.
- Learn the material at any time and at your own pace.
- Lifetime access to the course – no deadlines.
- Obtain a recognized certification when completing the course, which will improve your career prospects.
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- The purpose of a CV and what an employer will look for when they read a CV
- How to make your CV appear professional and help you create a positive first impression
- How to structure the information on your CV
- How to tailor your CV for a specific job position
- The purpose of a cover letter
- What an employer will look for when they read a cover letter
- How to use the information in a job advertisement or person specification when writing a cover letter
- General guidelines to follow when writing a cover letter
- Why you should never attend an interview without having researched the company and position in depth
- How to find relevant information about the company
- What you need to know about an organisation
- What you need to know about the industry, especially if you are applying for your first position in the field
- Why you need to prepare answers to the most common interview questions well in advance
- The key question categories that interviewers use when conducting interviews
- The most common questions within each category and how to respond to each
- How to respond to inappropriate interview questions
- Why verbal and nonverbal communication skills are key to interview success
- How to create a positive first impression when meeting the interviewer
- How to communicate confidence and enthusiasm using verbal and nonverbal communication
- How to build rapport with an interviewer using verbal and nonverbal communication
- How and why group interviews are carried out
- What is meant by the term “assessment day” and why an employer might use them to select candidates for a role or graduate entry scheme
- The typical activities that make up an assessment day
- How to prepare yourself for assessment day activities, to maximise your chances of success
- Why a company may choose to interview you over the telephone or via a video call, rather than in person
- Why the questions asked in these interviews tend to be different from those asked in person
- The most common questions interviewers ask during telephone interviews
- How to use notes to prepare for telephone and video interviews
- What is meant by the term “psychometric testing”
- Why and how employers use psychometric testing during the selection process
- The two main types of psychometric tests
- How to succeed on a psychometric test
- Why you may have to negotiate to secure the salary and benefits you need and why a failure to negotiate could create a negative impression
- Why you should pursue several jobs at the same time
- How to negotiate a starting salary
- How to negotiate annual leave, flexible working and other benefits
- Why and when you should follow up after an interview
- When you should expect to hear from an employer and what to do if they do not get in contact with you within a reasonable time frame
- How to ask for constructive feedback and how to use it to your advantage
- How to assess your own performance following an interview
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Interview Skills and CV Writing Certificate
on 21st November 2024
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor
Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate to a UK address, there will be an admin charge of £10 (certificates sent internationally may cost more).
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 12 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
Well laid out and very interesting
I found it well laid out and very interesting. It definitely held my attention and I therefore found it quick and easy to complete.
I liked the little exercises and assignments throughout that helped to consolidate my learning. I also picked up lots of useful tips on making a success of my future job applications and how to handle the dreaded interviews!
A great course and I would highly recommend it for anyone, including people like me who need a refresher course to update their job hunting skills.
Shirley Sully – Derby
I have been offered numerous job offers
I started this course while I was searching for a new job and it has been the biggest help. My CV was not professional and pretty basic when I started.
Now I have a professional CV and I can write a good cover letter referring to the company's post and position I am wanting. Due to this I have been offered numerous job offers and I can walk into the interviews feeling a lot more confidant and comfortable knowing what to say and body language.
I would 100% recommend this course to anyone looking for a job and doesn't feel confident about interviews.
Louise Mallon - Rotherham
Definitely very useful if you applying for any job
Before I started the course I thought I knew everything already but during the course I learned that I wasn't prepared for interviews at all.
As I plan to change careers path I have learned what I need to improve in my CV and change the way I see the interview experience. The whole list of possible interview questions and stages of interviews is just what I need.
I like the idea that at any time I can refer to material and there is no deadline which helped me to complete the course in my own speed.
It isn't very short course but definitely very useful if you applying for any job.
I would recommend this course to anyone applying for first job or changing career.
Brilliant course! Thank you
Inna Jiwa - London
Although I found some areas of this course quite difficult I did enjoy doing it. I feel that for anybody who has never had an interview before,, this course will really benefit them. It was very in depth in a lot of aspects and extremely informative. It has expended my knowledge on quite a large scale on what companies might be looking for in a candidate and what to possibly expect in an interview. Victoria Harwood
This course really opened my eyes to some new strategies and ways to improve my CV, cover letter and interview tactics. I recently adapted these changes to my cv and have gotten several new interview invitations. So please if you are struggling to get that employers attention, take this course you wont regret it. laila fowle
This is the best so far. There are lots of courses out there that claim to be useful, and they are not - this is not the case. Kleart Kamberi
Managed to complete this course whilst busily working in a nursing home reception as the Receptionist/PA to manager. It took longer than anticipated but that was due to the work load because of all the Covid-19 regulations chopping and changing. Very pleased to complete, now on to the next one. Wayne Cook
The key to bouncing back after the terrible covid lockdown and layoffs is an amazing and attractive CV. Thanks to New Skills you can be sure to have the right knowledge to accomplish this, and land a good job! Jason Immanuel Rodulfo
An excellent course, substantial course notes covering all areas of CV preparation, cover letters and interview skills training along with audio recordings of all modules, great reflective quizzes at the end of each module and a comprehensive questionnaire at the end again covering all areas of the course, really well put together and I would highly recommend this course. Barry Lennon
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It was a very knowledgeable course, everything was explained very clearly and well structured. Would definitely recommend.Ana-Maria Munteanu
The course was very nice, constructive and helps you learn things you thought you knew but in the end, you got the wrong impression! Niki Prodromou
Very informative and helpful in what to write and not write in my cv as well as things to think about when applying for jobs and how to be in the interview. Saskia Siobhan
The course opened for me a different dimension to, what seemed to be, a rather simple topic. It was interesting to discover certain information I had no idea about and what I have never been taught. Now I surely have tips on how to improve my own CV and cover letter and how to get ready for job interviews. It is truly a good course for everyone. Hanna Kitson
Interview Skills and CV Writing Certificate Course
Whether you are entering the job market for the first time or looking for a complete change in career, improving your CV writing and interview skills is the first step to securing your ideal job. These skills are crucial for career success, but few of us were taught them at school.
This course will give you a comprehensive overview of how employers screen applications, what they are looking for at all stages of the recruitment process and how to demonstrate that you are the perfect person to fill the position. You will discover the best strategies for succeeding at an interview, how to tackle psychometric tests and assessments, how to build rapport with an interviewer and how to negotiate salary and benefits you deserve. Learn how to approach your job search with confidence and take control over your career.
You Will Learn:
- How to write a CV that will distinguish you from the competition.
- What employers look for when they read a CV.
- How to write a cover letter that will convince an employer that you are the right person for the job.
- What you need to know about the company and your interviewer in advance of the interview, and how to use your knowledge to gain an advantage over the other candidates.
- The best way to answer popular job interview questions.
- How to handle various types of face to face interview, including group interviews and assessment days.
- How to succeed in giving an effective phone or telephone interview.
- How to learn from a bad interview experience and improve your chances of future success.
- An overview of the most common tests.
- How to negotiate the terms of a job offer during or after an interview.
Benefits Of Taking This Course
- Your knowledge will make you an attractive candidate for roles that require you to help others, including roles in the HR and training sector.
- Your chances of finding a new job will improve – you will secure more interviews, appear more confident throughout the selection process and raise your value in the eyes of employers.
- You can study from any location with an internet connection.
- Learn the material at any time and at your own pace.
- Lifetime access to the course – no deadlines.
- Obtain a recognized certification when completing the course, which will improve your career prospects.
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- The purpose of a CV and what an employer will look for when they read a CV
- How to make your CV appear professional and help you create a positive first impression
- How to structure the information on your CV
- How to tailor your CV for a specific job position
- The purpose of a cover letter
- What an employer will look for when they read a cover letter
- How to use the information in a job advertisement or person specification when writing a cover letter
- General guidelines to follow when writing a cover letter
- Why you should never attend an interview without having researched the company and position in depth
- How to find relevant information about the company
- What you need to know about an organisation
- What you need to know about the industry, especially if you are applying for your first position in the field
- Why you need to prepare answers to the most common interview questions well in advance
- The key question categories that interviewers use when conducting interviews
- The most common questions within each category and how to respond to each
- How to respond to inappropriate interview questions
- Why verbal and nonverbal communication skills are key to interview success
- How to create a positive first impression when meeting the interviewer
- How to communicate confidence and enthusiasm using verbal and nonverbal communication
- How to build rapport with an interviewer using verbal and nonverbal communication
- How and why group interviews are carried out
- What is meant by the term “assessment day” and why an employer might use them to select candidates for a role or graduate entry scheme
- The typical activities that make up an assessment day
- How to prepare yourself for assessment day activities, to maximise your chances of success
- Why a company may choose to interview you over the telephone or via a video call, rather than in person
- Why the questions asked in these interviews tend to be different from those asked in person
- The most common questions interviewers ask during telephone interviews
- How to use notes to prepare for telephone and video interviews
- What is meant by the term “psychometric testing”
- Why and how employers use psychometric testing during the selection process
- The two main types of psychometric tests
- How to succeed on a psychometric test
- Why you may have to negotiate to secure the salary and benefits you need and why a failure to negotiate could create a negative impression
- Why you should pursue several jobs at the same time
- How to negotiate a starting salary
- How to negotiate annual leave, flexible working and other benefits
- Why and when you should follow up after an interview
- When you should expect to hear from an employer and what to do if they do not get in contact with you within a reasonable time frame
- How to ask for constructive feedback and how to use it to your advantage
- How to assess your own performance following an interview
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Interview Skills and CV Writing Certificate
on 21st November 2024
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor
Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate to a UK address, there will be an admin charge of £10 (certificates sent internationally may cost more).
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 12 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
Well laid out and very interesting
I found it well laid out and very interesting. It definitely held my attention and I therefore found it quick and easy to complete.
I liked the little exercises and assignments throughout that helped to consolidate my learning. I also picked up lots of useful tips on making a success of my future job applications and how to handle the dreaded interviews!
A great course and I would highly recommend it for anyone, including people like me who need a refresher course to update their job hunting skills.
Shirley Sully – Derby
I have been offered numerous job offers
I started this course while I was searching for a new job and it has been the biggest help. My CV was not professional and pretty basic when I started.
Now I have a professional CV and I can write a good cover letter referring to the company's post and position I am wanting. Due to this I have been offered numerous job offers and I can walk into the interviews feeling a lot more confidant and comfortable knowing what to say and body language.
I would 100% recommend this course to anyone looking for a job and doesn't feel confident about interviews.
Louise Mallon - Rotherham
Definitely very useful if you applying for any job
Before I started the course I thought I knew everything already but during the course I learned that I wasn't prepared for interviews at all.
As I plan to change careers path I have learned what I need to improve in my CV and change the way I see the interview experience. The whole list of possible interview questions and stages of interviews is just what I need.
I like the idea that at any time I can refer to material and there is no deadline which helped me to complete the course in my own speed.
It isn't very short course but definitely very useful if you applying for any job.
I would recommend this course to anyone applying for first job or changing career.
Brilliant course! Thank you
Inna Jiwa - London
Although I found some areas of this course quite difficult I did enjoy doing it. I feel that for anybody who has never had an interview before,, this course will really benefit them. It was very in depth in a lot of aspects and extremely informative. It has expended my knowledge on quite a large scale on what companies might be looking for in a candidate and what to possibly expect in an interview. Victoria Harwood
This course really opened my eyes to some new strategies and ways to improve my CV, cover letter and interview tactics. I recently adapted these changes to my cv and have gotten several new interview invitations. So please if you are struggling to get that employers attention, take this course you wont regret it. laila fowle
This is the best so far. There are lots of courses out there that claim to be useful, and they are not - this is not the case. Kleart Kamberi
Managed to complete this course whilst busily working in a nursing home reception as the Receptionist/PA to manager. It took longer than anticipated but that was due to the work load because of all the Covid-19 regulations chopping and changing. Very pleased to complete, now on to the next one. Wayne Cook
The key to bouncing back after the terrible covid lockdown and layoffs is an amazing and attractive CV. Thanks to New Skills you can be sure to have the right knowledge to accomplish this, and land a good job! Jason Immanuel Rodulfo
An excellent course, substantial course notes covering all areas of CV preparation, cover letters and interview skills training along with audio recordings of all modules, great reflective quizzes at the end of each module and a comprehensive questionnaire at the end again covering all areas of the course, really well put together and I would highly recommend this course. Barry Lennon
It was a very knowledgeable course, everything was explained very clearly and well structured. Would definitely recommend.Ana-Maria Munteanu
The course was very nice, constructive and helps you learn things you thought you knew but in the end, you got the wrong impression! Niki Prodromou
Very informative and helpful in what to write and not write in my cv as well as things to think about when applying for jobs and how to be in the interview. Saskia Siobhan
The course opened for me a different dimension to, what seemed to be, a rather simple topic. It was interesting to discover certain information I had no idea about and what I have never been taught. Now I surely have tips on how to improve my own CV and cover letter and how to get ready for job interviews. It is truly a good course for everyone. Hanna Kitson
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