Successful Job Applications course
A practical course in which you learn how to conduct a job interview with confidence, make a strong first impression and present your story convincingly.
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In brief. Successful Job Applications is a 1-day classroom course. You can take it in Amsterdam and Utrecht or online, in a group of no more than 8 participants. The price is € 625,- excl. VAT per participant, including course materials, lunch on location and a certificate of attendance. We also run this course for a team or department in-company.
- An intensive day of training, directly applicable
- Practising with real interview questions and situations
- Personal feedback on presentation and demeanour
- Small group, experienced trainer
- Including course materials and certificate of participation
Your trainer: Mieke, Rob, Christy or Joris 1,117 evaluations in total, averaging 8.8. View the trainers
First impressions are often formed within a few seconds. During a job interview, that first impression determines how much scope you are then given to show who you are. In this course you learn to take and use that scope deliberately.
Description
A job interview is to a large extent a presentation of yourself. Who are you, what can you do, and why does that fit this position? In the Successful Job Applications course you work on four pillars that together determine how you come across: self-knowledge, presentation, persuasiveness and preparation.
You practise common and difficult interview questions, learn how to structure your answers and how to steer the conversation back to your strengths. You also gain insight into body language, use of voice and personal presentation, so that you come across as calm and confident from the moment you walk in.
- Self-knowledge: why do you want this job and why are you the right person?
- Presentation: how do you come across in terms of attitude, voice and presence?
- Persuasiveness: how do you tell your story and answer questions incisively?
- Preparation: how do you research the company, the role and the person you will be speaking to?
Topics
- Preparation: getting to grips with the company, the role and your interviewer
- Body language: posture, gaze and presence
- Personal presentation: clothing and grooming
- Use of voice: pace, volume and intonation
- Introducing yourself: a short and strong story
- Pitfalls: what you had better not do or say
- Practice conversation: common and difficult questions
- Asking questions yourself: showing that you are interested
- Cover letter and CV: matching the vacancy
Result
After this course you will walk into a job interview with a clear story about who you are and what you have to offer. You will know how to make a strong first impression, bring calm to the conversation and answer difficult questions composedly. You will have practised your presentation and use of voice, and you will be able to tailor your preparation specifically to the company and the role you are applying for.
Target audience
This course is intended for anyone who wants to improve their chances on the job market. Whether you have just finished your studies, are applying again after a long period with the same employer, or find that you receive plenty of invitations but rarely the job: you will learn how to make interviews work in your favour. Also suitable if you find that nerves get in your way during an interview.
Teaching method
The course has a practical set-up. You alternate between short pieces of theory, exercises and role plays in which you hold conversations with the trainer and the other participants. After each exercise you reflect on what worked and what could be done differently, so that you immediately notice the effect of new behaviour.
The group is small, which leaves plenty of room for personal feedback and for your own job application situation. You work with examples from your own practice and practise with questions you can expect in real interviews.
Prior knowledge
No prior knowledge is required for this course. It is useful to have a current job application or vacancy to hand so that you can use it in the exercises.
Practical information
- Number of days
- 1 day
- Course times
- from 10 am to 5 pm
- Teaching hours
- 6 hours
- Education level
- Suitable for all levels
- Preparation time
- None
- Included
- Course materials and lunch on site
- Certificate
- At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance
- Cancel
- Free up to four weeks before the start (cancellation terms)
Language
The course is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer speaks English. English-language course materials can be used. If at least 3 participants register, the course can also be given entirely in English.
In-company
Would you like to organise this training for a whole group or several groups? This can be cost-effective. For example, we can tailor the content entirely to your organisation, and training a whole group is also cheaper.
Are you looking at large numbers of participants or a complete academy? That involves a great deal. Consider planning and communication, for example, or identifying and agreeing the objectives and content of the training. Or differences in level, feedback mechanisms and safeguarding. Fortunately, Learnit has extensive experience in this field (more than 25 years) and we are happy to help you through this process.
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All start dates
1 training day. In order of date.
- Tue 8 December 2026 Online · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 10 November Enrol
- Tue 8 December 2026 Utrecht · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 10 November Enrol
- Tue 2 February 2027 Amsterdam · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 5 January Enrol
No suitable start date? Send us a date request, and we'll look at the options together.
This course for your team?
Plan your own group on a date that suits you, at your office, at our premises or online. We tailor the content to your day-to-day work, and training a whole group is cheaper than individual bookings.
- Your date and location
- Tailored content
- Multiple groups or an academy are also possible
- More than 25 years' experience
The trainers for this course
Ratings from participants after completing their course, across all courses by this trainer.
Mieke
Trainer in conversation techniques and train-the-trainer 8,8 from 386 evaluations
Rob
Trainer in communication and leadership 8,6 from 346 evaluations
Christy
trainer in communication and leadership 9,2 from 256 evaluations
Joris
Trainer in communication and leadership 8,6 from 129 evaluationsWhat others say about this course
Successful job applications course: average 8.4 from 35 reviews
“This course is very well suited to gaining insight into your weak points when it comes to job applications. It helps you to get clear for yourself: how do you come across, what are your strengths and points for improvement and how do you present these in a job interview. What is unique about this course is that a very short-lived collaboration is created in which the participants can work on their application techniques in complete honesty and confidentiality. And humour was certainly not forgotten either!”
“I found the course very worthwhile. It fits my needs perfectly: going into a job interview well prepared. Important points for improvement were 'discovered' and dealt with (through role play and practical exercises). I can certainly recommend the course!”
“I found the content of this course instructive. I found the video recording quite confronting; you see what your posture is like and also how you speak. An instructive course from which you certainly take something away.”
“It was an instructive course. The use of video recordings and reviewing them afterwards was particularly useful, because it makes you aware of how you come across in a job interview and allows you to improve your presentation straight away.”
“It was very intensive and demanding, but also extremely instructive. I can certainly recommend it to others, you pick up a lot. And you still learn a great deal about yourself. The course is given by a highly driven and knowledgeable person who knows how to motivate you in an enjoyable way.”
“Beforehand you have an intake conversation with the person delivering the course. During this conversation you can make your learning objectives known. My experience with the course is that my learning objectives were fully covered and I went home with a good feeling. The tools I was given during the course are certainly applicable in practice.”
“Excellent course covering all the aspects involved in applying for a job. From letter to interview. Video is used, which is confronting but instructive.”
“If you don't yet go into job interviews with a positive attitude and you feel uncertain about your communication when applying, you would do well to take this course. I myself am now a good deal more positive and better prepared for upcoming interviews.”
“This job application course fully met my expectations; the course was comprehensive, very personal and instructive. Definitely recommended for anyone who finds applying for jobs difficult. I went home feeling good about myself.”
“First of all, I would like to thank the organisation and with it the trainer for this course. I would also like to thank my fellow participants for their openness, their vulnerability and their feedback. This course is very well designed, covering not only the theory but above all the practical side. Personally, I do not like being recorded on video. It is very confronting, but extremely instructive. You are given positive points to work on. Points that really help you to apply for jobs successfully.”
“The assignments and exercises matched the participants' wishes. Excellent trainer, adapts the programme to the participants' wishes”
"Personal attention is excellent on this course."
“The trainer was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The content and course material were well chosen, practical and to the point.”
“A focused course in a small setting. As an individual, you get plenty of attention. The course is aimed at applying things in practice. The approach is geared towards the question at hand, and the exercises are as well.”
“A course in which I managed to get a lot out of myself. Such as talking enthusiastically about the things I am good at, which I did not do before the course.”
“In my opinion the course is instructive and covers the content of a real job application.”
“I thought the course I took at Learnit was very good. Good content and structure, and everyone got a turn.”
“A very useful course with a highly competent 'trainer'. The entire application process is covered in a logical order and personal learning objectives receive plenty of attention. I got a great deal out of it; I particularly valued all the feedback from the trainer and the other participants, and seeing yourself back on video and then reviewing and discussing it (also very confronting). I have been given plenty of tools to start applying for jobs again in good spirits!”
“The trainer paid close attention to my non-verbal behaviour and gave tips on how I could change it. By filming my presentation of myself, I could see for myself how I was doing. She then asked me to give my own response to what I thought of it all. In this way you become very aware of where the problem lies.”
“The course has made me keen to start applying for jobs. A big plus for me was that the content of the course was largely based on the learning objectives of the candidates. There was a lot of attention for the participant. The trainer was highly knowledgeable and professional and knew how to get the information across well. It was a very pleasant course. I went home with nothing but relevant information!”
“Professional organisation with skilled trainers.”
“Working with the camera is confronting but very effective. Together you determine your strengths and weaknesses on the basis of the recordings. That way it quickly becomes clear where you fall short. By tackling this point you can reach your goals quickly. You also get techniques and tips for presenting yourself well and leaving a good impression. I learned a great deal in this 2-day course about the whole job application process and I am now better able to go into an application with a good result.”
“A practical, useful, intensive and varied course.”
“It is a very instructive, exciting course. Really worthwhile, not only for people who have to apply for jobs but also for when you will need to apply later on. We had a truly great, clever and intelligent woman as our trainer.”
“Very demanding. You get to know yourself better. By the end of the course you are able to conduct a good job interview by applying what you have learnt.”
“An effective course in which you learn a great deal about job applications and about yourself.”
“Very useful course. Covers all aspects of job applications. Skilled and professional trainer who shows genuine involvement.”
“Learnit was able to point out areas for improvement in my job interviews very quickly. I applied the advice and the accompanying technique at my next interview and it worked straight away!”
“The course helped me to start the whole application process with a much more confident feeling.”
“The bull is taken by the horns. Your personal stumbling blocks in job applications, both in interviews and on paper, are identified very quickly. And the course gives you the tools to improve. And so increases your chances of success in job applications.”
“I was looking for options around the new way of job hunting. I have very little experience in applying for jobs (I have always found work through contacts). Thanks to this course (with video) I have a better sense of what I can and should convey, instead of going into an interview nervous and unsure. Confronting at first (with yourself), but after the course you simply are yourself and convey that!”
“I found working with the core quadrant surprising. This usually comes up in a job interview as well. The tip is to work carefully with examples in which one of your qualities takes centre stage.”
“You never quite know what to expect from a course, but this one exceeded my expectations! A professional company with a highly motivated and experienced trainer. The course addresses your personal learning objectives and you work on these together with the trainer and the other participants. The personal approach and the good atmosphere appealed to me. It is an intensive course, but definitely worth taking.”
“A valuable addition to preparing for a job interview.”
“With this instructive 'job application' course my chances on the labour market will certainly improve!”
“Professional organisation, everything neatly arranged.”
"An excellent course that lets you go into an interview with confidence. I can recommend this course to anyone who is applying for jobs again after a long time."
Training formats
Classroom
1 day€ 625,-- Pleasant venue with a good trainer
- Small groups
- Inspiring and motivating
In-company
Bespoke trainingOn request- 100% for your group
- Bespoke training
- At your place or ours
Workshop
Up to 4 hours for groupsOn request- Suitable for events
- Interactive and inspiring
- Large groups too
Private training
At our place or yoursOn request- 100% just for you
- Achieve a lot in little time
- Whenever you want
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel free of charge?
Yes. Up to four weeks before the first day of the course you can cancel free of charge, without giving a reason. You then receive a credit note or, if you have already paid, a refund. If you cancel later, you pay part of the course fee: 25% between four and two weeks before the start, 75% in the two weeks before it and 100% in the final week. Moving to another start date is free of charge up to two weeks before the start, after that 50%. Sending a colleague in your place is always possible. Read the cancellation terms.
What will you learn in Learnit's job application course?
You will learn how to conduct a job interview in which you radiate calm, present yourself convincingly and answer and ask the right questions. The course works from four pillars: self-knowledge, presentation, persuasiveness and preparation. You practise with real interview situations and receive personal feedback on your posture, use of voice and story.
Who is this job application course suitable for?
The course is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their chances on the job market. Think of people starting out on the job market, people applying for jobs again after a long period, or professionals who find that they are often invited for interviews but rarely get the job. If nerves get the better of you during an interview, you are also in the right place here.
Is any prior knowledge required for the job application course?
No, no prior knowledge is required. It does help if you have a current job application or vacancy in mind, so that you can work on your own situation during the exercises.
Do you receive a certificate afterwards?
Yes, afterwards you receive a Learnit certificate of participation. With it you show that you have taken this course and have worked purposefully on your job application skills.
Can the job application course also be run in-company or as a bespoke course?
Yes, the course is also available as an in-company or bespoke programme. We then tailor the content to the specific situation of your group, for example for redeployment candidates or employees in a transition process. Please contact us to discuss the options.
What does a training day look like?
A training day consists of short pieces of theory alternated with exercises and role plays. You hold conversations with the trainer and with the other participants, and receive feedback after each exercise. Because the group is small, there is plenty of room for your own situation and job application goals.
How do you make a good first impression in a job interview?
A good first impression is created in the first seconds of a conversation and is determined by your posture, your gaze, your handshake and the way you introduce yourself. It is important to come in calmly, make eye contact and say briefly and clearly who you are. During the course you practise this moment explicitly, so that you notice what works and what you can still sharpen up.
How do you handle difficult interview questions?
Difficult questions, such as those about weak points, a gap in your CV or a conflict with a previous employer, call for preparation. The essence is: stay honest, keep it brief and link your answer to what you learnt from it or how you now approach things differently. During the course you practise with these kinds of questions and you are given a structure that allows you to answer calmly and convincingly.
How do you prepare for a job interview?
Good preparation consists of three layers: the company (mission, products, recent developments), the role (responsibilities and desired competencies) and the person you will be speaking to (their role and background). An HR officer will ask different questions than a head of department. By tailoring your approach to this, you can give more targeted answers and ask sharper questions yourself.
What questions can you ask during a job interview?
Good questions show that you are interested and are thinking seriously about the role. Consider questions about the make-up of the team, the main challenges in the first few months, the expectations after a year, or the way the company approaches development. Avoid questions whose answers are already on the website. During the course you practise formulating questions that suit you.
How do you explain who you are in a job interview?
A strong story about yourself is short, concrete and geared to the role. Describe in a few sentences what you do, what you are good at and what you are looking for. Back this up with an example from your experience. During the course you work on a personal pitch that you can use in various situations, and you practise it often enough for it to sound natural.
What does the job application course cost?
You can find the current price at the top right of this course page, along with the schedule, location and delivery format. For in-company or bespoke courses we are happy to provide a quotation on request.
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Next start date: Tue 8 December 2026 in Utrecht, can also be followed online
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