Talent Acquisition vs Recruiter: What's the Difference!

Cara Terrance 
Instructor: Cara Terrance 
Date: Thursday January 22, 2026
Time:

12:00 PM PST | 03:00 PM EST

Duration: 60 Minutes
Webinar Id: 25420

Price Details

Live Webinar
$150. One Attendee
$290. Unlimited Attendees
Recorded Webinar
$190. One Attendee
$390. Unlimited Attendees
Combo Offers   (Live + Recorded)
$289 $340   One Attendee
$599 $680   Unlimited Attendees

Unlimited Attendees: Any number of participants

Recorded Version: Unlimited viewing for 6 months (Access information will be emailed 24 hours after the completion of live webinar)

Overview:

Dive into the nuanced world of HR with our enlightening course that demystifies the often-interchanged concepts of Talent Acquisition and Recruitment. Designed for HR professionals, hiring managers, and recruiters, this course offers a deep dive into the strategic and operational aspects of hiring.

Why you should Attend:

If you're new to this area of human resources and would like to learn the functions of talent acquisition and recruiting, this is the class for you.

To have a clear understanding of how talent acquisition contributes to long-term business growth, while recruitment addresses immediate hiring needs. 

To be equipped with the tools and knowledge to enhance your organization’s talent strategy and effectively compete in the war for talent.

Areas Covered in the Session:

  • The fundamental differences between talent acquisition and recruitment, understanding how each fits into the broader talent management strategy
  • Strategic talent acquisition practices, focusing on long-term human resources planning, employer branding, and building talent pipelines
  • Recruitment methodologies, emphasizing the tactical aspects of filling immediate vacancies, candidate screening, and the selection process
  • The impact of technology on modern hiring practices, including the use of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and social media for effective talent sourcing
  • Legal and ethical standards in hiring, ensuring compliance with employment law and fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace
  • Performance metrics and analytics to measure the success of talent acquisition and recruitment efforts, driving continuous improvement.

Who Will Benefit:

  • Recruiter
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Recruitment Specialist
  • Sourcer

Speaker Profile
Cara Terrance is Sr. Talent Acquisition Business Partner for Vector Force Development where she recruits for companies across the US. Cara sees recruiting in two-fold. 1- To help job seekers position themselves for career transitions, career advancement and/or promotions to establish career longevity and financial stability for their families. 2- To help companies accomplish business goals, establish business brand, and shape organization culture.

Cara has recruited for industries such as utilities, energy, construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and nonprofit.

Cara received her MS Human Resources Management and BS Business Management from Troy University and brings over 15 years of human resources experience and knowledge.

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