Creating a Professional Online Presence

About this course

Participants explore what constitutes a professional online presence, including digital footprints and the potential risks and benefits of online activity. The workshop considers how social media can influence employers’ impressions and how job profiles and labour market information can inform career decisions. Practical tasks cover developing a tailored CV, using varied experience to evidence transferable skills, and understanding how LinkedIn can support employment opportunities. Learning is supported through tutor feedback, self-assessment and peer discussion.

What you'll learn

• Explain the main elements of a professional online presence and digital footprint.
• Assess potential risks and benefits associated with maintaining an online presence.
• Use social media more purposefully when presenting information to potential employers.
• Tailor a CV and draw on different experiences to demonstrate transferable skills.
• Describe how LinkedIn and labour market information can contribute to employment planning.

Is this course right for you?

This workshop is intended for people considering a career change or exploring their employability options. It is listed as suitable for all levels, with participation involving practical tasks, self-assessment, tutor feedback and peer discussion. Basic English and IT skills are required.

• Suitable for learners exploring career-change or employability options.
• Basic English and IT skills are required.

Before you go

• Learners receive resources to take away after the workshop.
• A follow-up one-to-one careers appointment is available.