CEDARS-Careers and Placement
The University of Hong Kong




Career Kickstart Series for Students with SEN
Workshop, Experience Sharing & Individual Career Coaching
Are you ready to take the next step into the job market? We understand the unique challenges you may face, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
Join us for the Career Kickstart Series designed exclusively for students with SEN. Together, we will explore essential skills and strategies to enhance your career preparation.

By collaborating with CareER, WISE and SENsational Foundation, we aim to empower you with the necessary tools and knowledge to thrive in your chosen career path.
Through the series, you will:

Gain a deeper understanding of your career goals and aspirations

Ensure that your goals align with the demands of various careers and the transitions into the workplace

Develop a strong foundation for success in your desired career field
Career Kickstart Series for Students with SEN
2nd Semester, 2024 - 2025
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Career Workshop & Experience Sharing
Career Workshop


Crafting Workplace Power: Office Efficiency and Workplace Manner Enhancement
Date: 11 April 2025 (Fri)
Language: Cantonese
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Venue: Wan Chai
🧩Through this workshop, you will:
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Understand task requirements of the workplace
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Improve your manner and communication skills at the workplace
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Enhance your initiative, efficiency, and performance at work
🎯Rundown:
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In-depth knowledge of workplace requirements
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Enhancement of workplace skills
Registration Method & Deadline
Step 1: Registration with CEDARS
Register at the Workshop & Event Registration Form as soon as possible.
Step 2: Registration with CareER
Complete the CareER Registration Form through the link provided in the confirmation email of Step 1
on or before 2 April 2025. The exact venue will be announced in the confirmation email.

Previous Sessions
Experience Sharing


Become a Networking Pro
Date: 21 Feb 2025 (Fri)
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Language: English
Format: Online via Zoom
🧩Through this sharing, you will:
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Gain knowledge on essential networking skills for professional presence at events such as job fairs
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Engage in hands-on practice of networking and development of a compelling elevator pitch
🎯Rundown:
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Career fair networking
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Elevator pitch
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Building relationship with recruiters
Career Workshop


Essential Strategies for Job Application and Interview
Date: 4 March 2025 (Tue)
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Language: English
Format: Online via Zoom
🧩Through this workshop, you will:
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Learn how to dig deep into a company's background and understand their culture
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Become familiar with the different stages of recruitment process
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Know how to convey confidence and readiness through non-verbal communication at interview
🎯Rundown:
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Company background research
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Common recruitment process
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Non-verbal cues in job interview
Career Workshop


Advanced Interview Techniques
Date: 13 March 2025 (Thu)
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Language: English
Format: Online via Zoom
🧩Through this workshop, you will:
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Learn the art of storytelling to share personal stories that showcase your skills and strengths
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Understand how to align your experience and skills with the job expectation
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Acquire techniques to answer difficult interview questions and address accommodation issues
🎯Rundown:
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Storytelling techniques
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Presentation of skills and abilities
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Tough interview question handling
Experience Sharing


Career Readiness and Human Library
Date: 17 March 2025 (Mon)
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
Language: English
Format: Online via Zoom
🧩Through this sharing, you will:
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Discover how to develop workplace skills such as self-management, relationship-building, and problem-solving
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Learn from the personal stories and experiences of individuals who have faced similar challenges in their career
🎯Rundown:
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Development of workplace skills
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Sharing of personal stories and experiences
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Strategies to overcome workplace challenges
Registration Method & Deadline
Quotas are limited, please register at the Workshop & Event Registration Form as soon as possible.
* The Zoom link or other details will be provided to successful registrants via a confirmation email.
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Other Events
Knowledge Sharing


Disability Inclusive Employment – Are We Future Ready?
Date: 9 April 2025 (Wed)
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Format: Face-to-face
🧩Through this sharing, you will:
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Learn from the experience of speakers who are championing inclusive employment in Hong Kong
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Gain insights into the trends, challenges, foresight and preparedness strategies of inclusive employment
🎯Rundown:
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Introduction of PDNHK Membership
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Panel Discussion
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Introduction to Empower: Talent Development Programme by SENsational Foundation
Registration Method & Deadline
Quotas are limited, please register at the SENsational Foundation Registration Form as soon as possible. Further details about the speakers and venue will be provided to successful registrants via a confirmation email.