Job Search Skills
Description
Searching for a job can be intimidating. How do you know what job you're best suited for? How do you build a winning resume and cover letter? Where can you find job leads? How do you network without feeling nervous? What happens when you land an interview? And most importantly, where do you find help when you need it?
The Job Search Skills course will give you the answers to all these questions, plus a plan to get you to a new job within a month. After completing this course, you'll be more than ready to start your search for your perfect job. Identifying the purpose for working and the assessment of skills can help determine the types of jobs you should apply for.
Course Curriculum
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Introduction
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Course Objectives ..
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Module 1
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Ready, Set, Go! .. -
Identifying Your Values and Purpose .. -
Assessing Your Skills .. -
Setting SMART Goals .. -
Building a Resource System .. -
A 30 Day Plan .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Module 2
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Building Your Resume .. -
Basic Resume Formats .. -
Dealing with Awkward Points .. -
Checklist for Success .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Module 3
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Polishing Your Resume .. -
Creating an Attractive Package .. -
About Branding .. -
Some Extra Touches .. -
Checklist for Success .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Module 4
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Writing a Cover Letter .. -
Types of Cover Letters .. -
Creating a Template .. -
Customizing the Template .. -
Checklist for Success .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Module 5
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Creating a Portfolio .. -
When Do I Need a Portfolio? .. -
Types of Portfolios .. -
Essential Elements .. -
Checklist for Success .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Module 6
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Networking Skills .. -
What is Networking? .. -
Getting a Conversation Started .. -
But I’m So Nervous! .. -
Wrapping Up and Moving On .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Module 7
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Skills for Success .. -
Being Organized .. -
Becoming a Punctual Person .. -
I Can Do This! .. -
Important Etiquette Points .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Module 8
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Where to Look? .. -
The Obvious Places .. -
The Hidden Job Market .. -
About Cold Calling .. -
The Power of Networking .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Module 9
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Understanding the Interview .. -
Types of Interviews .. -
What to Expect .. -
About Behavioral Questions .. -
About Knowledge Questions .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Module 10
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Interview Skills .. -
Dressing for Success .. -
Answering Questions .. -
Asking Questions .. -
Following Up .. -
Knowledge Check ..
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Assessment
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Post-Test ..
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