Why Attend
In this course, we focus extensively on the behavioral, social and interactive aspects of customer service. The course starts with definitions and discussions about the importance of good service, about what customers expect and about the ability of anyone to mold their own behavior. Next, we dissect the elements of the image projected by the person interacting with the customer and we bring it all back to learn how to behave professionally in any situation. This course emphasizes communication skills and the ability to understand and use all aspects of behavior and body language to ensure that all customer interactions remain positive and end successfully.
Course Methodology
In the first phase of the course a variety of methods such as case studies, self-awareness questionnaires, and exercises that help participants apply some of the customer service tools discussed, as well as some video clips will be used. In the latter part of the course, participants will role-play gradually more challenging scenarios. These will be videotaped, reviewed and discussed in order to maximize the learning process and develop participants’ self-confidence in their own ability to handle difficult situations professionally.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the importance of superior customer service in any situation and in any environment
- Use tried and true communication techniques to maximize their overall effectiveness
- Demonstrate how to perform their duties in such a way that customers will remember the encounter positively
- Apply the proper behavior and communication skills in the most appropriate way regardless of the difficulties
- Apply practical methods to turn upset customers around, win their thanks and gain their respect
Target Audience
Employees at any level of any organization who deal directly with customers, whether internal or external and who want to hone their communication skills in a supportive and professional environment with the aim of maximizing customer satisfaction on the job.
Target Competencies
- Customer orientation
- Emotional control
- Empathetic outlook
- Flexibility
- People reading
- Self-management
- Role awareness
Location:
South AfricaTraining Dates:
Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.Course Duration:
Unit Standard:
NQF Level:
Number of Credits:
Course Fees
Note: Please fill in the online application form on the left or bottom if this page to receive a quotation with detailed pricing from AATICD.How to Apply:
To Apply Simply Fill in the Online Enquiries / Applications form on the Right Sidebar or Bottom of this website https://www.aaticd.co.zaNB: Terms and Conditions for Payment and Refunds
1.1. Full payment for the training workshop must be made at least 5 days before the scheduled workshop date.
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2. Cancellation and Refund Policy
2.1. Cancellations made 30 days or more before the workshop date will be eligible for a full refund, minus any administrative fees.
2.2. Cancellations made 15 to 29 days before the workshop date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the total payment.
2.3. Cancellations made less than 14 days before the workshop date will not be eligible for a refund.
2.4. Participants who fail to attend the workshop without prior notice will not be eligible for a refund.
3. Rescheduling
3.1. If a participant wishes to reschedule, a request must be submitted at least 14 days in advance, subject to availability.
3.2. A rescheduling fee may apply.
4. Workshop Cancellation by the Organizer
4.1. AATICD reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the workshop due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to low enrolment, trainer unavailability, or force majeure events.
4.2. In the event of cancellation by AATICD, participants will be offered a full refund or the option to attend a rescheduled session.
4.3. AATICD is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by participants, such as travel or accommodation expenses.
5. Refund Processing
5.1. Approved refunds will be processed within 7 business days from the date of cancellation approval.
5.2. Refunds will be issued using the original payment method unless otherwise agreed.
6. Contact Information
For any questions regarding payments and refunds, please contact us at:
Email: apply@aaticd.co.za
Phone: +27 73 016 5042
By registering for the workshop, participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.
In-House Trainings are also available for 3 or more delegates for any duration. Please consult with our Administration for such In-House training bookings.
Course Outline
- Definition of customer service
- A glimpse at the definition
- Customer service in a shop
- Customer service in a restaurant
- Customer service is a company
- Customer service in any organization
- The two main dimensions of service
- Competition versus monopoly
- Private versus government
- Internal customer versus the external customer
- What is really customer service
- Explicit versus implicit elements of service
- A glimpse at the definition
- Some customer service models
- The ‘PRIDE’ model
- The ‘RATER’ model
- The ‘kano’ model
- Customer service and emotional intelligence
- Definition of emotional intelligence
- Emotional intelligence for customer service
- Building your emotional intelligence
- Customer service, behavior, and communication
- Behavior is communication
- Body language
- Listen before you speak
- Expressing yourself
- Appropriate behavior and communication according to situation
- The image you project
- Generic elements of your image
- Respect is a two-way street
- Showing empathy
- Eagerness to help
- Professionalism is key
- Self-confidence
- Fairness in all dealings
- Specific elements of your image
- Knowledge
- The way you look and dress
- The language you use
- Your body language
- Building rapport
- Generic elements of your image
- Customer service situations
- Scenarios, analysis and role-plays
- Easy, regular situations
- Common but sensitive situations
- Complaints, problems and other difficult scenarios
- Scenarios, analysis and role-plays