Selection policies, processes and screening
3CO04 – Essentials of people practice
This CIPD Level 3 video on selection policies, processes and screening forms part of unit 3CO04 – Essentials of people practice, specifically addressing assessment criteria AC 2.1. The video explores different selection methods and explains when it is appropriate to use them, covering both traditional and modern approaches including screening applications, developing long and shortlists, competence-based assessment, psychometric tests, and diverse interview formats such as face-to-face, telephone, panel and AI-managed selection. By watching this video, you'll gain practical knowledge of contemporary recruitment techniques and develop the expertise needed to design effective selection policies and processes within your organisation.
Assessment Criteria 2.1
Explain different selection methods and when it is appropriate to use them.
Indicative Content
Traditional and modern approaches; selection policies; selection process; screening applications and developing long and shortlists; competence-based approaches; candidate assessment methods; psychometric tests; interviews (for example face-to-face/telephone, individual/panel, web conferencing, computer-managed AI).
What You'll Learn
Video covering: Selection policies, processes and screening
About 3CO04 – Essentials of people practice
This unit introduces the fundamentals of people practice, ranging from the employee lifecycle to policies, regulation and law. It further explores a diverse array of specialist subjects such as recruitment, talent management, reward and learning and development, essential to a career in people practice. Importantly, this unit enables practitioners to apply their knowledge and skills, building their confidence and ability to practise progressively.
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