Interview and Presentation Skills

Introduction

What is Introduction?

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

Being selected for an interview is an exciting and sometimes daunting prospect. In this course we will be thinking about how to make the most of this moment by building confidence and practising effective communication skills.

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Introduction

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

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Course description

If you have felt unprepared for an interview in the past or would like to give yourself a better chance of succeeding at the next interview, join us on the next course for useful tips and a chance to practice within a friendly and supportive environment.

Course content

On this course we will work independently and in groups to focus upon:

Putting ourselves in the role of an employer —what are we looking for in a candidate?
How to prepare for interview
Practising asking and answering questions during interview (role play)
What a presentation is; how to prepare and deliver one

What can this course lead to?

Progression to: Functional Skills English (with an offer of Entry Level 3, Level 1 or Level 2)

Other courses that compliment this one are:

‘Writing a CV and Covering Letter’ and ‘Improve Your Communication Skills for Life and Work’

Useful information

A notepad and pen.

When does this start and end?

At the moment we have no available dates for this course. We will be updating them throughout the year, check back or submit and enquiry to be added to a waiting list.

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are required.

Most jobs require you to have Level 2 in English and Maths. These qualifications are important in jobs that are most employable in the South and West Yorkshire Regions such as Education and Health and Social Care sector.

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