Module 17 - Sitting selection tests

Module 17 explains what selection tests are, lists some of the different types, gives examples of tests and lots of tips on how to prepare for and practice them.

Work your way through the Sitting selection tests Module, completing the activities.

Teacher/Trainer Notes

If you are a teacher or trainer, view the accompanying module notes, which include aims, outcomes and which career management skills and senior phase criteria the module meets.

If completing this module as a paper-based exercise, print out Activity 1 Worksheet as well as the content before delivering it. Activity 2 is designed to be online only.

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Module 17 - Sitting selection tests

Teacher/Trainer Notes

Part 1: Get prepared

Module 1 - All about you

Module 2 - The job market today

Module 3 - Where to look for work: Contacts and networking

Module 4 - Where to look for work: Using websites

Module 5 - Where to look for work: Using social media

Part 2: Apply

Module 6 - Writing your first CV

Module 7 - Matching your skills to a job

Module 8 - Applying by letter or email

Module 9 - Phoning about a job advert

Module 10 - Application forms and online application systems

Module 11 - Making speculative applications

Part 3: Getting the job

Module 12 - Preparing for an interview

Module 13 - A standard (strengths-based) interview

Module 14 - Competency-based interviews

Module 15 - Video and telephone interviews

Module 16 - Interview presentations

Module 17 - Sitting selection tests

Part 4: The outcome

Module 18 - The job offer and starting work

Module 19 - Not getting the job

Module 20 - Volunteering

Module 21 - Self-employment and entrepreneurship

Part 5 : Working life

Module 22 - Basic employment rights

Module 23 - Employee behaviour in the workplace

Module 24 - Understanding your pay

Module 25 - Health and safety in the workplace