2-Day Mastering the Art of Effective Candidate Interviewing Certificate Program

Price:

Original price was: $1,395.00.Current price is: $995.00.

Continuing Education Credits:

  • HRCI ā€“ 14 HR(General) Credits
  • SHRM ā€“ 14 PDCā€™s

Schedule: 10:00 AM ā€“ 6:00 PM Eastern Time on Both Days (Detailed Agenda Below)

Program Overview:

The Mastering the Art of Effective Candidate Interviewing Certificate Program is a comprehensive two-day training designed to provide HR Professionals involved in the hiring process with the skills and knowledge needed to conduct effective and successful candidate interviews. This program covers a range of topics including the interview process, job analysis and preparation, behavioral interviewing techniques, non-verbal communication, interviewing challenges, diversity and inclusion, legal compliance, anti-discrimination laws, reliability and validity, Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures, interviewing doā€™s and donā€™ts, interviewing best practices, realistic job preview, and video and virtual interviews. Participants will leave the program with a deep understanding of how to conduct effective interviews that help identify the best candidates for the job.

Key Features:

  • Immersive and thorough two-day training for HR Professionals involved in the hiring process
  • Covers an extensive range of topics vital to effective interviewing
  • Engaging workshops, practical exercises, group discussions, role plays, and case studies
  • Expert trainers with extensive real-world experience and industry knowledge
  • Certificate of completion awarded upon successful completion

Program Objectives:

Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:

  • Comprehend the interview process and its significance in selecting the best candidates
  • Execute thorough job analysis and interview preparation
  • Employ behavioral interviewing techniques to gather pertinent information
  • Decipher non-verbal communication and its influence on interviews
  • Tackle common interviewing challenges
  • Apply diversity and inclusion best practices in the hiring process
  • Abide by legal compliance guidelines during the interview process
  • Proficiently conduct video and virtual interviews

Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to the Interview Process
    • The critical role of effective interviewing in talent acquisition
    • Stages of the interview process: preparation, execution, and evaluation
    • The impact of interview outcomes on organizational success
    • Effective communication and rapport-building with candidates
  • Job Analysis and Interview Preparation
    • Conducting a comprehensive job analysis to identify key competencies and qualifications
    • Developing a clear and concise job description
    • Preparing interview questions and evaluation criteria based on job requirements
    • Structuring the interview and choosing the appropriate format
    • Preparing interview materials and setting expectations for the interview team
    • Creating an inviting and comfortable interview environment
  • Behavioral Interviewing Techniques
    • The principles of behavioral interviewing and its advantages
    • Crafting open-ended questions to encourage detailed responses
    • Probing for specific examples and experiences to assess candidate competencies
    • Active listening and effective note-taking during interviews
    • Assessing transferable skills and potential for growth
  • Non-Verbal Communication
    • Recognizing and interpreting non-verbal cues from interviewees
    • Managing and conveying appropriate non-verbal signals during the interview
    • The impact of non-verbal communication on interviewer and candidate perceptions
    • Understanding cultural differences in non-verbal communication
    • Building rapport through effective non-verbal communication
  • Interviewing Challenges and Solutions
    • Identifying and addressing challenges with difficult interviewees
    • Overcoming biases, stereotypes, and potential pitfalls in the interview process
    • Ensuring consistency and fairness in interviews across multiple candidates
    • Handling curveball questions and unexpected situations
    • Managing time effectively during interviews
  • Diversity and Inclusion in Interviewing
    • The importance of fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace
    • Implementing inclusive interviewing practices that promote fairness and equal opportunity
    • Recognizing and addressing unconscious bias during the interview process
    • Cultivating cultural intelligence and empathy in the interviewing process
    • Encouraging diverse perspectives and ideas in the workplace
  • Video and Virtual Interviews
    • Adapting traditional interviewing skills for virtual environments
    • Implementing best practices for conducting effective video interviews
    • Overcoming common challenges and technical issues in virtual interview settings
    • Ensuring a professional virtual interview environment and minimizing distractions
    • Leveraging technology to enhance the virtual interview experience
    • Building rapport and engaging candidates in a virtual setting
    • Following up and providing feedback after virtual interviews
  • Evaluating Candidates and Making Informed Decisions
    • Reviewing and analyzing interview notes and candidate responses
    • Comparing candidates against established evaluation criteria
    • Identifying potential red flags and areas for further inquiry
    • Collaborating with the interview team to make well-informed hiring decisions
    • Balancing the importance of skills, experience, and cultural fit
  • Closing the Interview and Post-Interview Activities
    • Effectively wrapping up the interview and setting expectations for next steps
    • Expressing appreciation and providing closure for candidates
    • Conducting reference checks and verifying candidate information
    • Communicating the final decision and extending job offers
    • Providing constructive feedback to unsuccessful candidates
    • Continuous improvement and refining the interview process

Two-Day Agenda (Eastern Time):

Day 1:

10:00 ā€“ 10:30: Welcome

10:30 ā€“ 11:45: Introduction to the Interview Process

  • The critical role of effective interviewing in talent acquisition
  • Stages of the interview process: preparation, execution, and evaluation

11:45 ā€“ 12:00: Mid-Morning Break

12:00 ā€“ 1:15: Job Analysis and Interview Preparation

  • Conducting a comprehensive job analysis to identify key competencies and qualifications
  • Developing a clear and concise job description

1:15 ā€“ 2:00: Preparing Interview Questions and Structuring the Interview

  • Preparing interview questions and evaluation criteria based on job requirements
  • Structuring the interview and choosing the appropriate format

2:00 ā€“ 3:00: Lunch

3:00 ā€“ 4:15: Behavioral Interviewing Techniques

  • Crafting open-ended questions to encourage detailed responses
  • Probing for specific examples and experiences to assess candidate competencies

4:15 ā€“ 4:30: Mid-Afternoon Break

4:30 ā€“ 6:00: Non-Verbal Communication

  • Recognizing and interpreting non-verbal cues from interviewees
  • Managing and conveying appropriate non-verbal signals during the interview

Day 2:

10:00 ā€“ 11:15: Interviewing Challenges and Solutions

  • Identifying and addressing challenges with difficult interviewees
  • Overcoming biases, stereotypes, and potential pitfalls in the interview process

11:15 ā€“ 11:30: Mid-Morning Break

11:30 ā€“ 12:45: Diversity and Inclusion in Interviewing

  • The importance of fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace
  • Implementing inclusive interviewing practices that promote fairness and equal opportunity

12:45 ā€“ 1:45: Legal Compliance in Interviewing

  • Understanding legal requirements, guidelines, and potential liabilities in the hiring process
  • Avoiding discriminatory or inappropriate questions during interviews

1:45 ā€“ 2:00: Evaluating Candidates and Making Informed Decisions

  • Reviewing and analyzing interview notes and candidate responses
  • Comparing candidates against established evaluation criteria

2:00 ā€“ 3:00: Lunch

3:00 ā€“ 4:15: Video and Virtual Interviews

  • Adapting traditional interviewing skills for virtual environments
  • Implementing best practices for conducting effective video interviews

4:15 ā€“ 4:30: Mid-Afternoon Break

4:30 ā€“ 5:45: Closing the Interview and Post-Interview Activities

  • Effectively wrapping up the interview and setting expectations for next steps
  • Conducting reference checks and verifying candidate information

5:45 ā€“ 6:00: Wrap-up and Feedback