Learn how to prepare for a job interview in this free online course that provides the keys to successful job searching.

Preparation is essential to landing the ideal employment opportunity. This training course for job-seekers helps you to achieve your goal of impressing your potential employer and assuming the advertised position. We first lay out the stages of job interview preparation, including reviewing your curriculum vitae (CV), anticipating questions and finding relevant answers and examples. We then explain how to create a positive first impression. The course then examines common interview questions, including those that test general knowledge and your understanding of specific topics.

We then offer examples of competencies you should emphasise on your CV, including teamwork, communication skills and problem-solving. We examine the skills-related questions frequently asked during job interviews and explain how to prepare for competency interviews. The course goes over various formats of interviews, including ‘rotating’, ‘stress’ and ‘panel’ interviews. We discuss assessment centres and their use of activities like psychometric exams, which include aptitude tests and personality questionnaires.

Our final section offers a few suggestions concerning the preferred body language and attitude to adopt while answering questions. We provide communication tips to make sure you speak, smile and show enthusiasm appropriately. We lay out some broad traits employers typically look for, like good communication skills and problem-solving aptitude. Lastly, we go over some things to avoid during the interview and compare them to a few useful recommendations that can improve your performance. Job interviews don’t have to be stressful and unpleasant as the right training helps you prepare for each twist of the process. Sign up for this job search course to learn how to prepare for success.