Course overview

This eight week course is a public speaking course, where you will learn about the fundamentals of public speaking and be recording speaking about a subject that you are passionate about to a peer. Then listening to it and deciding how you could improve your public speaking. You will be guided by our expert tutor who will offer advice and techniques; all of which are designed to improve your delivery when addressing more than one person. All steps towards public speaking will be applauded and celebrated as you learn with others on a course designed to help you present yourself with an air confidence, panache and professionalism.

Course description

During this course, we shall learn about the techniques involved in public speaking.

• You will have the opportunity to experience public speaking, firstly with a peer and then later in front of the group.

• You will have the opportunity to evaluate a peers public speaking and explain how they could improve this experience and adapt their techniques.

• You will have the opportunity to adapt your public speaking technique to different audiences.

The lessons will give you the opportunity to bolster your confidence by becoming adept at public speaking. Furthermore you will be able to share your endeavours with your peers. As the course progresses you will offer construct a personal critique for yourself and a peer as you experience speaking to a group of supportive learners. Furthermore, you will be able to describe what you have gleaned from the course.

After the course you may consider other sessions based on customer service, mindfulness and first aid.

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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