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url: "https://xcademia.com/courses/recruitment-and-talent-acquisition-practitioner"
title: Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Practitioner
description: "Learn recruitment, sourcing, and hiring strategies with practical training in assessment, inclusion, and candidate experience for HR professionals.
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publishedAt: "2026-04-07T11:38:20.403056+00:00"
updatedAt: "2026-04-07T11:38:20.403056+00:00"
type: course
code: "BLM-0090"
level: Practitioner
duration_days: "3"
track: "People Management & HR Practice"
category: "Business, Leadership & Project Management"
credential_tier: tier1
price_gbp: "1999"
---

# Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Practitioner

> Build practical expertise in recruitment, sourcing, and hiring strategies for modern organisations. Learn through mentor-led practical scenarios covering assessment, inclusion, and candidate experience.

## Overview

Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Practitioner is a mentor-led programme designed to equip learners with the practical skills required to attract and hire the right talent. It focuses on end-to-end recruitment processes, from job design to offer management, using real-world hiring scenarios.

The course emphasises practical scenarios that reflect modern hiring challenges, including competitive talent markets and evolving candidate expectations. Learners develop sourcing strategies, assessment methods, and structured hiring approaches to improve decision-making and reduce bias.

Participants will also explore employer branding, inclusion in hiring, and candidate experience. By the end of the programme, learners will be able to contribute effectively to recruitment strategies and deliver consistent, high-quality hiring outcomes.

## Prerequisites

- Basic understanding of workplace environments
- Interest in recruitment or HR roles
- Some exposure to hiring processes preferred

## What you will learn

- Design effective job roles and profiles
- Analyse sourcing strategies for talent acquisition
- Implement structured assessment methods
- Evaluate hiring decisions objectively
- Communicate effectively with candidates
- Lead inclusive and fair recruitment practices

## Skills you will gain

- Job design fundamentals
- Candidate sourcing strategies
- Interview and assessment skills
- Offer negotiation basics
- Inclusive hiring practices
- Employer branding basics

## Career progression

- Recruiter
- Talent Acquisition Specialist
- HR Executive
- Sourcing Specialist
- Recruitment Coordinator

## Curriculum

1. **Module 1: Getting Ready**
   - Course orientation and expectations
   - Overview of recruitment lifecycle
   - Role of talent acquisition
2. **Module 2: Job Design and Workforce Planning**
   - Role profiling and job descriptions
   - Skills and competency mapping
   - Workforce planning basics
3. **Module 3: Sourcing Strategy and Channels**
   - Talent sourcing methods
   - Digital platforms and pipelines
   - Building candidate pools
4. **Module 4:  Assessment and Selection Methods**
   - Screening and shortlisting
   - Structured interviews
   - Assessment tools and techniques
5. **Module 5: Offer Management and Hiring Decisions**
   - Offer structuring and negotiation
   - Decision-making frameworks
   - Pre-employment checks basics
6. **Module 6:  Inclusion in Hiring**
   - Reducing bias in recruitment
   - Inclusive job descriptions
   - Fair selection practices
7. **Module 7: Employer Brand and Candidate Experience**
   - Employer branding fundamentals
   - Candidate journey mapping
   - Communication and engagement

## Exam & certification

You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.

## Delivery options

- **Live Online** — Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- **Onsite Training** — We come to you. Training delivered at your workplace for teams of 6 or more.
- **Venue-Based** — Classroom training at a professional venue. Ideal for focused, immersive learning.
- **Blended** — Combine online and in-person learning for maximum flexibility and impact.

## Frequently asked questions

**Is this course suitable for beginners in recruitment?**

Yes, it is suitable for those starting or transitioning into recruitment roles.



**Will I learn how to conduct interviews?**

Yes, structured interview techniques are covered in detail.



**Does this include sourcing techniques?**

Yes, it covers modern sourcing strategies and tools.



**Is inclusion in hiring covered?**

Yes, the course includes practical approaches to inclusive recruitment.



**What roles can I move into after this course?**

Recruiter, Talent Acquisition Specialist, or HR Executive roles.

## Course at a glance

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Code | BLM-0090 |
| Duration | 3 days |
| Level | Practitioner |
| Track | People Management & HR Practice |
| Category | Business, Leadership & Project Management |
| Credential tier | tier1 |
| Price (GBP) | £1999 |

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