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    Public Speaking and Presentation Skills

    DateFriday, 22 September, 9:45am

    LocationBedwell Community Centre, Stevenage

    PriceTickets from £15

    About this event

    Course Code: 23477

    What is this course about?

    Boost the quality of your professional and social presentations by looking at ways to engage your audience using speech structure, intonation and good body language.  Improve the quality of your public speaking and in turn boost your confidence. In this course you will look at the pitfalls of presenting, diction, pacing and intonation as well as resources, props and great speakers. 

    Who is this course for?

    For people who want to improve the quality of their public speaking in person or online, and in turn boost their confidence.

    Entry Requirements to do this course:

    A good level of conversational and written English is required

    How you will be assessed?

    Through questions and answers and the completion of weekly learner reflection forms. Also you will give 3 short presentations for which you will receive constructive positive feedback from your peers and tutor.

    How much studying will I need to do outside of the lesson?

    You will have to prepare and practise 3 short speeches throughout the course. The amount of time you dedicate towards this is optional.

    After this course you might like to… Apply for a new job whether it be an internal or external position, where you will attend your interview with new found confidence. Attend meetings and give presentations at work using techniques and feedback received during this course, to improve your output. Engage your listeners and become more interesting when speaking in a group situation, socially or professionally.  

    What learners need to bring/supply: Please bring a pen and paper, you will be provided with all other materials needed for your course. 

    What happens after I book this course?

    There are two steps to complete before studying with us and booking on here is the first step. Your next step will be to enrol on your chosen course following the instructions attached to your order confirmation email.

    NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.

    Venue

    Bedwell Community Centre, Stevenage

    Bedwell Crescent

    Stevenage

    Hertfordshire

    SG1 1NA

    Parking

    Parking available either on the road in front of the building or in a small free car park next to the building.

    Venue Information

    Building with teaching rooms, 2 halls and cafeteria.

    Disabled Facilities

    Ramp access to the building.

    Disabled parking in front of the building.

    Further information

    *Except for the registration fee, this course is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet the following criteria:

    • A Hertfordshire Resident
    • Aged 19 years or older on 1st September 2023
    • UK National and lived in UK for last 3 years or EEA National with settled/pre-settled status and lived in the UK/EEA for last 3 years

    If you do not meet the above criteria, please contact us on 01992 556194 or email step2skills@Hertfordshire.gov.uk

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    Date and time
    Friday, 22 September, 9:45am
    Location
    Bedwell Community Centre, Stevenage
    Duration
    2 hours per week for 5 weeks
    Concessions
    Step2Skills Course£15
    Audience
    Adults
    Category
    Employability and Work SkillsFollow this link to see more events from the Employability and Work Skills category
    Booking Required?
    Yes
    Places available?
    12
    Booking until:
    Wednesday, 20 September 12:00am

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