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ICMS Launches Study Tok to Support Student Wellbeing

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2 weeks ago

September 2, 2024

Sydney, Australia – June 7, 2024 – The International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS) has launched Study Tok to support Year 12 students’ well-being.

Delivered on TikTok and other social media platforms, Study Tok combines short educational videos with mental health tools to provide innovative exam preparation support.

“Study Tok’s innovative use of short videos aligns perfectly with how students consume information today,” ICMS Digital Marketing Manager George Levett said.

“This makes it a powerful tool to help Year 12s manage stress effectively in a format they are most comfortable with.”

The inspiration for Study Tok was drawn from the experiences of first-year ICMS students who understand the challenges of Year 12.

“The most intense pressure during my HSC year came from within,” said Georgina Rapley, pioneer of the Study Tok project and current student at ICMS.

Georgina added: “Study Tok is the solution to a common problem that isn’t talked about much: just how stressful the final year of school can be. It provides helpful tips and advice from people who have recently experienced the same challenges.”

What is Study Tok?

Study Tok is an innovative platform designed to empower students facing Year 12 exams. By combining expert advice, personalized study tools, and stress management techniques, Study Tok provides a comprehensive solution to tackle exam preparation confidently.

How does Study Tok work?

Study Tok is designed with simplicity in mind. Just watch and learn:

Watch: Students are given access to a library of video sessions led by a psychotherapist, covering everything from stress management to effective studying techniques.

Learn: Implement the strategies at your own pace, enhancing your understanding and ability to handle exam pressures effectively.

Why should HSC students sign up to Study Tok?

Joining Study Tok will help Year 12s navigate exams with ease and confidence.

By focusing on mental health through psychotherapist-led insights and providing practical study tips, students will not only prepare for exams but also learn vital life skills to manage stress and improve academic performance.

Urgent Need for Wellbeing Support: Study Stress Statistics

Recent data from a 2023 ReachOut survey highlights the necessity for initiatives like Study Tok:

75% of Year 12 students experience decreased motivation.
71% grapple with mood disturbances.
88% face study-related stress annually.
55% report extreme stress levels in the past two weeks.

The causes of study stress, such as straying from life plans and comparison pressures, reveal the demand for proactive solutions like Study Tok.

Join the Movement on Study Tok

Experience the support of Study Tok by visiting the platform at Study Tok Platform.

Contact:

George Levett ICMS Digital Marketing Manager

Email: glevett@icms.edu.au

Phone: +61 (2) 9466 1059

About ICMS:

The International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS) offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in fields like business, entrepreneurship, marketing, sports management, fashion, tourism, event management, and more.

With campuses in Northern Beaches, Sydney, NSW, and in the city of Sydney, ICMS features scholarships, industry training, internships, and comprehensive student services covering accommodation, wellness, academic support, and cultural initiatives.

For more information about ICMS, click here.

You can find ICMS on TikTok and Instagram at the following links:

TikTok: ICMS TikTok

Instagram: ICMS Instagram

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Creating Better Hiring Practices: How KENTECH Can Improve New Employees

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2 hours ago

September 15, 2024

Rosario Farell

Although some may think background checks are only necessary for high-security jobs like government positions or teaching roles, most employers could benefit from the additional insights that a background check provides. In addition to providing information about an applicant’s criminal history, employers can use background checks to understand their abbreviated credit history or confirm information like employment, educational, and licensure history.

Why background checks are important

Unfortunately, while one would like always to assume the best, the truth is that not everyone is telling the truth. A study by SHRM found that 31% of people admitted to lying on resumes, while 56% admitted to “stretching the truth.”

This statistic makes it abundantly clear that business leaders must not feel comfortable simply trusting prospective employees’ applications at face value. It’s better to be safe than sorry, so a background check is used to confirm important information about an applicant and help make a better, more informed hiring decision.

At KENTECH, a leading background check technology provider, the team likes to say that they help their clients hire “not just the best person, but the right person.” After all, the cost of hiring and onboarding a new employee is extensive. Indeed reports that these costs can range from $4,000 to $20,000 per new employee.

If a hiring decision is made, only for that person to not perform well in the role and have to be let go shortly after, that’s a lot of money wasted. It’s better to make sure that you are making the right decision from the beginning.

KENTECH’s revolutionary background check technology

Some of KENTECH’s cutting-edge background check technology solutions include:

● Employment Verification Program (EVP): KENTECH’s Employment Verification Program is a web-based service designed to help streamline the background check process for employers. It gives employers one location through which they can manage the entire process from start to finish. Users can order background checks and verifications and easily manage documents — all from a single, convenient dashboard.

● Report Investigative Scoring Count (RISC): KENTECH’s RISC system helps organizations quickly interpret screening results at a glance. An organization can set up the criteria that matter most to them for screenings, and each background check will be labeled with a color code corresponding to the criteria set by the business. This provides employers with a visual cue for what applications may require closer scrutiny and helps identify which candidates may be most qualified.

● Rapid Application Center (RAC): KENTECH’s Rapid Application Center technology allows applicants to input their information and order background checks themselves. This saves hiring teams time with minimal burden to the applicant. An applicant signs onto a custom-built website and enters their information so administrative staff don’t have to. Administrators then receive email notifications when a candidate posts their information and when results are returned, allowing them to sign on at their convenience to view them.

● Unified Bulk Screening (UBS): For businesses that screen a high volume of candidates, KENTECH also offers a solution called Unified Bulk Screening (UBS). Once business leaders sign into their EVP account and import a list of candidates and their required information, they can see up-to-the-minute results in their portal or opt to receive a consolidated report that displays all results at once.

However, although the primary audience of these developments is the business and its leaders, there are also some significant benefits to the candidate experience. If a background check feels obstructive and frustrating to an applicant, they may form a negative first impression of the business or even give up. The KENTECH team designed their technology to be easy to use, often able to be integrated into the application and HR management system to make the process as seamless and intuitive as possible.

Although background checks might seem like an extreme step for the average employer, with the help of technology like that offered by KENTECH, it doesn’t have to be. KENTECH’s advanced background check technology helps streamline the process, allowing employers to get better insight into their prospective employees without significantly burdening themselves or their applicants. With this, background checks can become a standard, beneficial step in virtually every job application.