New 3C004 Video Content: Selection and Appointment of Individuals

We've released fifteen new videos for CIPD 3C004: Essentials of People Practice. These videos cover Learning Outcome 2: Be able to contribute to the effective selection and appointment of individuals.

This learning outcome focuses on your ability to contribute to the selection and appointment process, including preparing for interviews, assessing candidates, and making recommendations.

Preparing for Interviews

Five videos on interview preparation:

1. Introduction to Interview Preparation

Understand the importance of thorough preparation and its impact on selection quality.

2. Reviewing Job Descriptions and Person Specifications

Learn how to use these documents to guide your interview approach and questioning.

3. Developing Structured Interview Questions

Create effective competency-based and situational questions that assess candidate suitability.

4. Preparing Assessment Criteria and Scoring Guides

Design objective scoring methods to ensure fair and consistent candidate evaluation.

5. Setting Up the Interview Environment

Arrange professional, accessible interview settings that help candidates perform their best.

Assessing Candidates

Five videos on candidate assessment:

1. Introduction to Candidate Assessment

Understand different assessment methods and when to use each approach.

2. Conducting Effective Interviews

Learn techniques for building rapport, active listening, and gathering quality evidence.

3. Using Competency-Based Assessment

Apply competency frameworks to evaluate candidate responses against role requirements.

4. Psychometric Testing and Skills Assessments

Understand how tests and assessments complement interviews in selection decisions.

5. Avoiding Bias in Candidate Assessment

Recognise and mitigate unconscious bias to ensure fair treatment of all candidates.

Making Recruitment Recommendations

Five videos on decision-making and recommendations:

1. Evaluating Evidence from Selection Methods

Synthesise information from multiple sources to form balanced judgements.

2. Comparing Candidates Against Criteria

Apply consistent standards to rank candidates objectively.

3. Making and Presenting Recommendations

Communicate your recommendations clearly with supporting evidence.

4. Legal Considerations in Selection Decisions

Ensure your recommendations comply with employment law and organisational policy.

5. Post-Selection Processes and Feedback

Handle appointment administration and provide constructive feedback to unsuccessful candidates.

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