Everything You Need to Start Your Job Search, in One Place

Feeling stuck in your job search? Unsure how to stand out? You’re not alone.

Whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time, returning after a break, or making a career shift, job searching today can feel like a lot to manage. From knowing which jobs to apply for, to polishing your resume and preparing for interviews, there’s a lot to navigate — often, with no clear roadmap.

That’s where this course comes in.

Created by KCDS, a non-profit supporting job seekers in the Kootenays, this free, self-paced course helps you build the skills, tools, and confidence to find meaningful employment.


Course curriculum

Step-by-step guides to walk you through key job search tasks

    1. Welcome!

    2. How To Use This Course

    1. Personality

    2. Skills

    3. Strengths

    4. Values

    5. Chapter Summary

    1. What is a Personal Brand?

    2. Your Elevator Pitch

    3. Networking

    4. Chapter Worksheet

    1. Introduction

    2. Targeted Resumes

    3. What's in a Resume?

    4. Before You Begin: Preparing Your Resume

    1. Introduction & Resume Types

    2. Contact Info and Profile Statement

    3. Transferable Skills (Chronological Resume)

    4. Work Experience & Education (Chronological Resume)

    5. Transferable Skills (Functional Resume)

    6. Work Experience & Education (Functional Resume)

    7. Additional Sections and References

    8. Resume Building Tools

    1. What is a Cover Letter?

    2. Anatomy of a Cover Letter

What's Included

  • Free
  • 29 Self Paced Lessons With Video
  • Practical Tools and Downloadable Resources
  • Interactive activities and optional quizzes to keep you engaged

What You'll Learn...


  • 1

    How to make informed decisions about which types of jobs to pursue.

  • 2

    Build your networking skills to support your job search.

  • 3

    Build a resume and cover letter that get attention

  • 4

    Get comfortable talking about your strengths in interviews and conversations.

  • 5

    Ace any interview and follow up effectively.

Who This Course Is For...


  • 1

    You’re looking for work and want a better strategy.

  • 2

    You’re looking for your first job, returning to work after a break, or switching careers.

  • 3

    You’re unsure what kinds of jobs match your skills and interests.

  • 4

    You’re unsure what type of workplace or team would suit you best.

  • 5

    You’re unsure how to write a resume or cover letter that works.

  • 6

    You’re nervous about an upcoming interview.

  • 7

    The local job market feels limited, and that’s discouraging.

  • 8

    You’ve applied to jobs but aren’t hearing back.

  • 9

    You’re not sure where to start.

This course is designed for job seekers at any stage. Whether you're just getting started or feeling frustrated with the process, you'll find guidance, structure, and support.

Start the course now!

Take the next step toward your next job. It's free, local, and built with real job seekers in mind.

Enroll today