Training And Support In Addressing Selection Criteria
Helping You Develop Job Application Skills For Life
At Criterial we offer training and support in how to address selection criteria, particularly for those looking for support in how to apply for government jobs, public sector or local council positions. When it comes to job applications for government roles, mastering the art of addressing key selection criteria is vital to winning that all-important interview. With more than 20 years of experience in the field of government recruitment, we can teach you everything you need to know to help you land your dream job and acquire new skills that will benefit you for the rest of your career.
For any general enquiries, questions about our selection criteria courses, personalised one-on-one coaching, or to discuss group bookings, contact us today!
Online Training Courses
Criterial offers online selection criteria writing training for anyone, no matter what their background experience or current work environment. From young job seekers aiming to secure a government role to those pursuing a new career path, our courses equip you with valuable skills to secure employment and succeed long-term. Our selection criteria writing services aren’t about having someone else write your application—they’re about providing you with lifelong skills to write with confidence in any situation.
Our online job application training courses teach you everything you need to know to write a winning job application and secure an interview. We equip you with the skills, knowledge and tools to learn how to write a competitive selection criteria response and land the job you want.
Online training programs are a modern, self-paced, easily accessible method of learning that suits the busy lives of people with work, families, and friends who are balancing working from home as well as the office. Our free online resources provide a wealth of information, insight and advice on a broad range of subjects, from selection criteria writing services to interview skills.
For those who are looking to secure a government job, these courses are a great way to understand the questions and criteria of an application, help you confidently discuss your achievements and respond in an engaging way to keep recruiters interested in what you have to offer.
Our online courses
These short courses strengthen your writing and comprehension skills, helping you create a well-structured application that will give you a strong competitive edge over other candidates.
1. Free mini course - Three simple actions for easily improving your selection criteria responses
Learn three simple practical techniques to instantly transform your answers, highlight your strengths, and stand out in the application process across various industries. These simple yet effective strategies can help you begin to create responses that meet the standard criteria and the role.
2. How to write selection criterion
A structured, step-by-step approach to writing a compelling job application. Learn how to create clear, engaging responses that demonstrate your employment skills and experience while aligning to the specific requirements of the role.
3. Your career examples: How to highlight resume achievements
Understand your professional experience to effectively showcase it in application or interview with strong, results-driven examples that capture recruiters’ attention. Discover how to frame your achievements in a way that demonstrates impact, value, and career growth.
4. Veteran resume writing support: Translating your service experience into civilian language
Specialised guidance for veterans transitioning to the civilian workforce. Learn how to articulate your military or law enforcement skills, experience, and leadership in a way that resonates with civilian employers and aligns with industry expectations.
Criterial online training has been developed by our team based on more than two decades of recruiting experience. Courses include content from reading position descriptions, understanding mission and values, writing a selection criteria response using the STAR method, and selection criteria examples on which you can base your responses.
Courses are accessible through our easy-to-use learning management system, and you can complete courses at your convenience in a few hours.
Supporting Australians land their dream government role since 2018
Government job applications follow a specific process, making it challenging even for those already in the public sector to create strong selection criteria responses. These skills aren’t commonly taught, but that’s where we come in. At Criterial, we provide practical training to gain skills that give you the confidence to navigate applications and land your desired job.
One On One Coaching
Whether you have completed our online training, accessed some of our resources, or want some individual attention and coaching, we can help. Whether it is in person or online over Teams, we can discuss your objectives and plan to make sure you get the skills you need.
This one-on-one support is perfect for those who want to build specific skills without committing to a full course. From writing a cover letter to defining career goals, Criterial provides guidance and a clear plan to secure the job you want.
Free Resources
At Criterial, we make available huge amounts of free resources to make sure you can access content whenever you want on whatever topic you want. These resources are developed from our teams day to day work and the questions they get asked and the struggles they see people having.
Topics include:
- Interview preparation
- Pitching your written selection criteria response at the right level
- How to change careers
- Computer skills
- How to avoid age bias
- Applying for a job where you work
- Soft skills you can use outside of the application process
- Finding jobs on government websites
Our free online resources supplement our online training, and as we develop more, we hope to have a one-stop shop for all your needs.
Group Training
If you’re an industry trainer, career consultant or responsible for staff development and want a personalised session on writing selection criteria responses or even general information about government job application processes, Criterial can help.
If you’re supporting the military, law enforcement, or other services in transitioning from service to civilian life, we can support you as well. Combining 10½ years in law enforcement with 20+ years in government recruiting, our team has developed specific skills for those looking to transition and relate their experience in terms that civilians can understand.
Why Choose Criterial?
Quick and convenient online courses
You can easily build skills in your own time, at your own pace. Our courses can be completed in a few hours, or you can return and learn when you need it most. We aim to be accessible, helping anyone from all walks of life expand their skills and find the confidence they need to get a job in their desired industry.
Affordable training for lifelong skills
These skills aren’t just for one application—they’re for life. Whether you’re entering the workforce or advancing your career, you’ll gain the confidence to create strong government applications on your own. Our training provides the foundation you need to write with ease, now and in the future.
20 years of government recruitment expertise
With two decades of experience specialising in government selection criteria and recruitment processes, our team understands the intricacies of public sector hiring. We’ve helped countless individuals navigate this complex system, providing insights and strategies that ensure your application stands out and gets noticed.
Personalised support for selection criteria writing
Our courses are designed to provide in-depth support for writing government selection criteria, using proven techniques like the STAR method and aligning with government competency frameworks. These skills are applicable to all state, federal, and local government positions, setting you up for success in any application.
Secure your government job today with the help of Criterial
Applying for a government job involves completing a selection criteria response, being shortlisted, attending an interview, and sometimes taking other tests. Our training is customised to the government job application process and covers all aspects you need to know to make sure you are competitive throughout.