Employment Readiness Training
This short course is designed to prepare participants for the world of work by building essential employability skills, workplace confidence, and professional readiness. The focus is on helping students understand employer expectations and position themselves effectively for job opportunities, internships, and entry-level roles.
How the Course Works
The main objective of this course is to prepare our matriculants for their inevitable job search journey. During this course we will help you as a matriculant look for employment opportunities that will be a fit for you, apply for those opportunities and prepare for your interviews. To achieve this objective you will participate in the fully online course which will feature pre-recorded lectures and regular meetups between you, your mentor and our professional volunteers who will work with your mentor to ensure that you get a broader view of employment opportunities and what it takes to take advantage of them.
Key Focus Areas
Workplace Readiness & Professional Behaviour
This module focuses on understanding workplace culture, punctuality, teamwork, work ethics, and professional conduct. Students learn what is expected of them in different work environments and how to adapt to professional settings.
CV Writing & Job Applications
In this module, students learn how to create a clear, professional CV and cover letter. We also focus on how to search for job opportunities, understand job adverts, and complete online job applications correctly and confidently.
Interview Skills & Communication
This module develops verbal and non-verbal communication skills needed for interviews. Students practice answering common interview questions, presenting themselves professionally, and communicating clearly and confidently with employers.
Workplace Communication & Problem Solving
Here we focus on professional communication in the workplace, including email etiquette, teamwork, conflict resolution, and basic problem-solving skills that are essential in any job role.
Career Awareness & Work Ethics
This module helps students explore different career paths, understand entry-level job expectations, and develop a strong sense of responsibility, accountability, and reliability in the workplace.
Assessments & Practicals
To receive a certificate of participation, students will also be required to apply their employability skills through the Gap Year volunteering and work exposure activities and successfully apply to 30 jobs with the help of their mentors.
- CV and cover letter assessment
- Mock interview practical
- Workplace communication task
- Job application practical
- Final employability readiness assessment
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you want to study further, find work, or create your own opportunities, the Kitso Gap Year Program is here to support you.