Shine with your communication

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Based on the best-selling book by Gill Hasson

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Good communication skills will help you in all areas of your life: at work, at home, with loved ones and with total strangers. In this course, you will discover how assertive communication, active listening and clear writing can make you a more effective communicator. Develop your communication skills and shine both personally and professionally! This course has been certified by The CPD Certification Service as conforming to Continuing Professional Development principles.

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Who this course is for

COURSE LEVEL:

Intermediate
This course is for anyone looking to improve their verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills.
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What you will learn

  • 1

    What good communication skills are and how to identify your own communication style.

  • 2

    How to use skills like active listening and assertive speaking to handle nearly all situations.

  • 3

    How confidence, empathy and positivity can make you a more effective communicator.

  • 4

    How to write clearly and concisely using tried and tested tips.

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Created with Pearson, the global leader in education

The course is based on the best-selling book Brilliant Communication Skills by Gill Hasson published by Pearson. Funzi's learning experts have transformed the book into a mobile-optimized course consisting of bite-sized learning content.

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Course contents: 5 topics

  • 1

    What is your communication style? Learn what good communication is. Get to know your communication style. Discover how assertive communication helps you express yourself and understand others.

  • 2

    Developing your verbal and non-verbal skills Understand the value of speaking in a clear, direct and positive way. Discover how to read non-verbal communication in others and develop it in yourself.

  • 3

    Becoming a great listener Get the tools to connect with others through active listening and by asking the right questions.

  • 4

    Effective communication in challenging situations Master how to handle delicate and challenging communication situations - from giving positive feedback to having to deliver bad news.

  • 5

    The essentials of good writing Take your writing to the next level! Learn the importance of a clear, positive, well-structured text. Gain valuable tips for great written communication.

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What you will get

When you complete the course you’ll earn a Funzi certificate of achievement. You can showcase your certificate by mentioning it in your CV, Linkedin profile and other professional profiles.

  • Practical skills broken down into bite-sized learning, so that you can complete the course with only 15 min/day for 2 WEEKS

  • Course content in the form of text, visuals, and activities to verify your learning

  • Access to the course anytime, as long as you want, once you’ve purchased the course

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Here's what your fellow learners are saying about this course

  • “What an insightful course on communication.”

    Ahmad Ginanjar Firman
    Indonesia

  • “The course has really enlightened various aspects of communication which have been quite helpful and informative ”

    – EVERLINE ACHIENG OPONDO, Kenya

  • “I'm half way through but I just had to give my review. I've learnt a lot so far. I wasn't so confident with my communication. I'm always tensed whenever I'm to meet new people. But through the course I've built my confidence. ”

    – Allan Kiplagat , Kenya

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