Job Search Strategies
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Course Description
Job Search Strategies provides an opportunity for immigrants to learn about the job search process.
Clients learn and practice skills which make them more competitive for positions in the Canadian labour market. The course is highly interactive and involves regular contact with a facilitator with extensive experience in pre-employment training. Over six weeks, participants’ progress through the topics listed below. Each unit covers a different topic and involves readings, case studies, activities, assignments, videos and additional learning resources. Participants take part in group discussions to discuss relevant topics.
Course Objective
To provide an opportunity for immigrants to become familiar with job search information and resources
Method of Instruction
Facilitated - Online asynchronous
Course Topics
- General Resume Writing
- Targeting Your Resume and Cover Letter
- Essential Skills and Transferable Skills
- Job Search Methods
- Marketing Yourself
- Preparing for Interviews
- After the Interview
Time Required
5-7 hours per week for 6 weeks
Technology Required
- Latest version of one of the following browsers is recommended:
- Firefox
- Safari
- Google Chrome
- Internet Explorer
- Email: Outlook Express / Outlook / browser based package, i.e. (Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo)
- Operating System: Windows XP or higher, Mac OS X or higher
- Latest version of Java and Adobe Flash
- Headset or Microphone and Speakers
- PDF reader (such as Adobe Reader)
- High speed internet access
Participant Criteria
Recommended Language Level: Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 5 or higher (Upper Intermediate) General/Academic IELTS – 5.5+ in all skill areas
Evaluation
Upon completion of the course, clients are asked to complete an online evaluation.
