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Co-op Preparation Training

Co-op Preparation Training

The training prepares students to be competitive candidates for Co-op opportunities through CV writing interview preparation, and professional workplace practices.

Before onboarding, students should complete the 8 training sessions (12 hours in total) and all required assessments. Students may be exempted from two sessions if they meet the VMock requirements.

SYLLABUS
Essential Module
4 Compulsory Sessions
&
Online Quiz
OR
Essential Module
2 Compulsory Sessions
+
VMock
AND
Advanced Module
3 Compulsory Sessions + 1 Elective Session
&
Online Quiz

The training sessions are offered by CEDARS. Students can register for the sessions at the Career Readiness Training page.

Here is the list of sessions in each module:

Essential Module:

  1. Navigating Your Career Planning 
  2. Crafting Impactful CVs and Cover Letters (Eligible for VMock Exemption) 
  3. Mastering Job Interview Skills (Eligible for VMock Exemption) 
  4. Standing Out in Group Interviews 

VMock Alternative Pathway

Students may use VMock as an alternative to two Essential Module sessions by achieving all of the following:
  • CV Score: 70/100 or above
  • Job Score: 60/100 or above
  • Elevator Pitch: Level 4 or above

Advanced Module:

(i) Compulsory

  1. Professional Conduct in the Modern Workplace
  2. AI and the New Career Landscape
  3. Workplace Etiquette – Career Limiting Behaviours You Should Avoid 

(ii) Elective (select 1)

  1. Presenting with Confidence and Networking with Ease 
  2. Make Yourself More Employable with Enhanced LinkedIn
  3. Human-AI Collaboration: The New Formula for Work
  4. Key to Success in Assessment Centre