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Customer Service Course

Deliver consistently outstanding customer service on this practical one-day course.

Covering customer needs, handling complaints, assertiveness, de-escalation and building loyalty.

Deliver consistently outstanding customer service on this practical one-day course. Covering customer needs, handling complaints, assertiveness, de-escalation and building loyalty.

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Customer Service training course

Customer Service Course

Deliver consistently outstanding customer service on this practical one-day course.

You'll learn what great customer service really looks like and why it matters to the business, how to identify and respond to customer needs and expectations, how to spot a problem before it escalates, how to handle difficult customers and complaints professionally, how to use assertiveness to manage challenging situations confidently, how to de-escalate tension and find positive resolutions, and how to build the habits that lead to lasting customer loyalty.

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Course Outline

1

Introduction

What is good customer service?

What is the customer expecting?

What is the difference between good and outstanding customer service?

2

Customer service issues

Spotting a problem

What is a difficult customer?

What is a good outcome for the situation?

3

Assessing the situation and challenges

Recognizing behavioural signs and situations that signal potential conflict

What is empathy?

Anticipating and preventing conflict

4

Good communication

Building rapport with a customer

Using your own communication tools

What is Active Listening?

5

Using three steps to ensure you provide good customer service

Step 1: Questioning

Step 2: Listening

Step 3: Clarifying understanding

6

Developing your assertiveness

Assertiveness at work

Managing difficult situations

Using your own confidence to de-escalate a situation

Taking control of the conversation

7

Finding resolution

Understanding the customer's issues

Considering possible solutions

Presenting possible solutions

Moving to resolution with a customer

Influencing customers and showing concern

8

Questions and answers

This course is also available as a private course. If you wish we can tailor the content for your team. Please contact us for more details.

Who is this course for?

For customer service representatives, retail staff, account managers and anyone in a customer-facing role who wants to deliver consistently excellent service. No prior experience required.

58 Reviews
9.6/10 Satisfaction
94.8% Recommend

Really good course that was full of practical tips.

James – 17th September 25

Delivery of the course was great, and very engaging

Maria – 17th September 25

Michael delivered an enthusiastic, energetic, and engaging day of training. All staff on site were friendly, professional and welcoming. Fo…

Lucinda – 17th September 25

The training was informative. Michael was well prepared with relevant subject. I did enjoy his references from famous people , and movies.…

Eliska – 17th September 25

Very enthusiastic, great venue and practical real life examples

Laura – 17th September 25

Overall the staff, trainer and facilities were outstanding, friendly and supportive.

Maria – 17th September 25

Was a very fun course. Michael was very professional and funny. Thank you

Holly – 30th April 25

Trainer was personable, warm and friendly

Jenny – 30th April 25

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Career Progressives

Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.

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People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.

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