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APC Mock Interviews

Option 1: APC Mock Interview

All our mentors are active RICS assessors and chairpersons, with some also acting as auditors and appeal panel members. This ensures that candidates receive direct insight into how assessments are conducted and what is expected at final assessment.

While our Q&A sessions (one-to-one mentoring) provide a highly effective and flexible way to prepare, many candidates choose to undertake a full mock interview to experience the format and pressure of the real assessment.

Our Mock Interview Format

Our APC mock interviews are designed to replicate the structure and level of formality of the real interview as closely as possible.

  • Delivered by two assessors
  • One assessor acting in a dual role as chair and assessor
  • Conducted under realistic interview conditions

This approach allows candidates to test not only their technical knowledge, but also their communication, structure and professional presence under pressure.

Feedback and Development

Following your mock interview, the panel will provide a minimum of 30 minutes of structured feedback, including:

  • Strengths and areas of good performance
  • Gaps in knowledge or competency coverage
  • Specific recommendations to improve your interview technique
  • Guidance on areas requiring further study before final assessment

Practical Arrangements

  • All mock interviews are delivered via Microsoft Teams
  • You are welcome to record your session for further review
  • Candidates are expected to attend in professional attire and approach the session as they would the real interview
  • Submission documents should be provided at least 3 days in advance to allow adequate preparation by the panel

Many candidates only realise at a late stage that success at final assessment is not just about technical knowledge, but about presenting their experience clearly, concisely and with professional confidence under questioning. A mock interview is often where these final adjustments are identified.

Option 2: Final Assessment Readiness Package

This premium programme is designed for candidates approaching final assessment who want to refine their performance and ensure they are fully prepared to meet assessor expectations.

It combines structured learning, targeted coaching and assessor-led questioning to help you communicate your experience clearly, concisely and with confidence under pressure.

1. Presentation & Interview Preparation (On-Demand)

You will receive access to two pre-recorded webinars:

  • Preparing your 10-minute presentation (2 hours)
    Focused guidance on structuring, refining and delivering a clear and professional presentation.
  • Interview techniques and assessor expectations (1.5 hours)
    Including a staged mock interview illustrating common pitfalls, good practice and how candidates are assessed in reality.

2. 10-minute Presentation Coaching (1 Hour)

A focused one-to-one session to refine your delivery and approach:

  • Practice of your 10-minute presentation
  • Targeted feedback on structure, clarity and communication
  • Optional second attempt to apply improvements
  • APC questioning focused on your Case Study

3. Interview Coaching – Competencies (2 hours)

Additional two hours of one-to-one mentoring, delivered in one or two sessions, to prepare you for the technical and mandatory competency questions.

These sessions focus on:

  • Structuring concise and precise answers
  • Demonstrating personal involvement at the correct competency level
  • Applying professional judgement and best practice
  • Understanding how assessors select and structure their questions
  • Developing the ability to anticipate and navigate APC-style questioning

(This is not about memorising model answers, but about learning how to think and respond like a chartered surveyor.)

4. APC mock Interview (1.5 hours)

Our APC mock interviews are designed to replicate the structure and level of formality of the real interview as closely as possible, as detailed on top of this page.

What Makes This Different

This programme is not based on rehearsing answers or working through generic question lists.

Instead, it focuses on helping you:

  • Understand how assessors think
  • Structure your answers effectively under time pressure
  • Demonstrate competence across all required levels
  • Approach the interview as a professional discussion, not an exam

Who This Is For

This programme is most suitable for candidates who:

  • Are approaching final assessment within the next 4–8 weeks
  • Have completed (or nearly completed) their submission
  • Want to refine their performance rather than start from scratch
  • Are aiming to pass first time

This programme is designed to help candidates make the final transition from being well-prepared to being ready to perform at final assessment.

Next Steps

If you would like to discuss whether this programme is suitable for your stage of preparation: 📩 sonia@apcsupport-ltd.co.uk