{"product_id":"interview-essentials-online-course-thursday-8th-october-2026-10am","title":"Interview Essentials - Online course - Thursday 8th October 2026 - 10.00am","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterview Essentials \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnline course \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThursday 8th October 2026 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10.00am to 2.00pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course aims to support you be more confident to prepare for interview and answer questions including values based interview questions using the STAR technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearning Goals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider the importance of communication skills and effect of stress on communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffectively plan and prepare for interview to reduce stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnswer values based interview questions using the STAR technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse reflective practice to consider your strengths and weaknesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnswer the interview question “what are your strengths\/weaknesses” in a positive way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this course for:\u003c\/strong\u003e This course, funded by UK government, is for Hampshire residents aged 19+ and is a supportive session designed to reduce interview anxiety and build communication skills. If you are unemployed or returning to work, this workshop will help you gain confidence to answer a variety of interview questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: Eligibility criteria applies and will be checked upon enrolment.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse purpose: \u003c\/strong\u003ePreparation for Employment \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevious knowledge or experience: \u003c\/strong\u003eA level of English comprehension sufficient to participate in class discussions and answer questions. (Level 1), Ability to use MS Teams to access the session\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow will I learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e We encourage supporting each other to learn in small groups through group discussion, written tasks and individual and paired activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow will I be assessed\u003c\/strong\u003e: There is no formal assessment on the course material however, engagement in group discussions, completion of quizzes and written activities will help inform the tutor of where an individual may require additional support and signposting to further learning or support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat shall I bring: \u003c\/strong\u003eLaptop or tablet with camera and compatible with MS Teams and a good WIFI connection (phones are not suitable for this course). A notebook and pen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNext steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sector specific Skills Bootcamps for example, Early Year Care, Health and Social Care, Customer Service delivered by Itchen College or other education providers, Online Level 2 qualifications through The Skills Network, For learners with more complex barriers to employment: Connect to Work - GOV.UK and Prosperity Hampshire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course, funded by Hampshire Achieves, is aimed at Hampshire residents aged 19+. Attendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. Please advise the venue\/tutor of any absence you may have. If you have limited mobility which could affect your ability to safely self-evacuate, please let us know when booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will be contacted by a member of the Hampshire Achieves Team prior to the course. 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