Presentation and Public Speaking Skills

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3-DAY SKILLS PROGRAMME ON:
PRESENTATION AND PUBLIC SPEAKING SKILLS,

NQF 4, 4 Credits (US: 242839; US: 242840)
20-22 February 2012
Next Dates:
17-19 July 2012; 2-4 October 2012

Venue: Protea Hotel Capital, Pretoria.

The fear of public speaking is irrational, because public speaking does not threaten life and limb. Yet many people are terrified of speaking in front of a group and will do almost anything to avoid it.” Good leaders need good communication skills to be effective in presenting and public speaking. This course will help you conquer your fears and build your confidence.

Speakers communicate both verbally and nonverbally with listeners, and their professional presentations of information are vital to any business. Contracts, jobs, bonuses and individual reputations often ride on presentations. The ability to express ideas in writing and in speaking heads the list of all the requirements for success. In the very large organisations this ability to express one is perhaps the most important of all skills a man can possess – Peter Drucker, International Management Consultant
This Skills programme will provide you with ideas and guidelines and will help you to combine your personal style with the basic elements of good presenting and public speaking skills

Programme Outcomes:
By the end of the three-day Presentation and Public Speaking skills programme, you will be able to:

• Identify your presentation strengths and areas for improvement
• Use open body language to communicate your message
• Project your voice clearly with effective pitch and pace
• Articulate words correctly
• Prepare presentation content that is in line with the presentation’s purpose and audience profile
• Identifying and describing sources of information.
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting information for an effective presentation.
• Open and close with command and present logically
• Manage question and answer dynamics, overcoming any objections effectively
• Prepare visually effective presentation aids
• Use checklists to ensure presentation success
• Expressing information in an appropriate way for effective presentation.
• Using and maintaining a good poise during a presentation
• Using verbal/oral communication skills to make an effective presentation.
• Using non-verbal communication effectively to reach audience.

Learners accredited with these Unit Standards (242840) & (242839) will be capable of:

• Using verbal/oral communication skills to make an effective presentation.
• Using non-verbal communication effectively to reach audience.
• Using and maintaining a good poise during a presentation.
• Handling questions and overcoming any objections effectively.
• Identifying and describing sources of information.
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting information for an effective presentation.
• Expressing information in an appropriate way for effective presentation.

Class Room structure:
This programme is conducted in the methods:
• Interactive class room activities includes:
• Role play
• Exercises
• Video Camera presentations: The first couple of hours is spent collecting information. Pre - assessment talks of every delegate are video recorded and evaluated. A needs analysis is completed as well as goal setting for the two days. The emphasis is on every individual as we move towards first impressions. This covers various aspects ranging from dress and physical appearance as well as posture
• Learners are recorded on video camera and recording is assessed and evaluated in the classroom by the presenter and fellow learners then given to learner as evidence
• Assignment/POE to be submitted with specific time frame

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Top & Middle Management, Employees and business professionals who communicate with groups or individuals of different levels of skills, Supervisors, Managers, Public Relations Officers, Personal Assistants, Senior Secretaries, Liaison Officers, Communications Officers and individuals who wish to better the way they communicate or present to their target groups.


Our Facilitators:
SONJA PRONK
As training manager of the Voice Clinic in 1998, I discovered my passion for training and empowering others many years ago. My combined experience from a service delivery background and training and development, coupled with academic qualifications in psychology, communication and speech coaching and drama, secured the platform for influencing and altering my learner’s thoughts, behaviour and actions.
Ultimately my goal is for the learner to not only acquire and implement new skills but to grow the person as a whole. I believe in having fun while learning and keeping things practical. I have given training to blue chip companies such as ABSA, IFC, Sasol and Momentum as well as various government departments, e.g. Department of Labour, Health, Auditor-General, DTI and various municipalities. Lecturing at TUT ensures the most recent trends, research and technology are incorporated in my workshops.
My field of expertise includes delivering powerful presentations, effective organizational communication, customer service excellence, telephone and frontline etiquette, professional business etiquette, English pronunciation, voice coaching as well as service delivery in the public sector based on the Batho Pele principles. I firmly believe in keeping education practical and enjoyable, thus ensuring a capable and empowered learner.

PETER VAN DER SCHYFF
Peter van der Schyff is a freelance writer, communication specialist, trainer and motivational speaker, and manages his own PR consultancy, Pringle-Scott Communication, in Johannesburg.
He holds degrees in law, communication and industrial psychology. Peter is a Chartered Public Relations Practitioner and active member of the Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa (PRISA) where he has been lecturing on a part-time basis on all facets of corporate and media communication since 1987.
In 2007 and 2008 he was Chief Judge of the PRISA Prism Awards, Southern Africa’s most prestigious awards for excellence in Public Relations and communication projects. During 2008/9 he was chairman of PRISA’s Gauteng Region and a member of the board of PRISA. He also serves on PRISA’s professional Disciplinary Committee. In 1997 Peter was recognized for his presentation skills when he was named Communicator of the Year by International Training in Communication (ITC).

Seugnet Van Niekerk APR

She has a B A Social Science Honours Degree from the Rand Afrikaans University. She is an Accredited Public Relations Practitioner ( APR). She believes in life long learning and the value of training on a formal or vocational level. Her career in public relations covers more than 20 years in various organisations ranging from government, corporate and consulting public relations.
She trains and facilitates on various public relations and management programmes and does in-house training for corporate clients on public relations and strategic communication issues. She has presented at various seminars and conferences during her career. She is also involved in public relations research and curriculum development.
Seugnet has served on the National Standard Setting Body for Business, Commerce and Management, on various Services Seta structures and PRISA, boards and committees. She is involved with projects such as Accreditation on a international level with the Global Alliance of Public Relations and Communication Management (GA).
Seugnet has her own public relations consultancy, PR Outcomes, which specialises in strategic communication, media liaison, structuring of communication departments and stakeholder management.

Unit Standard: This programme is aligned to the following unit standards:
US 242839: Research content for a presentation
US 242840: Make oral presentations






Assessment: Learners will have to prove their competence in applying the knowledge, skills and behaviour learnt during class exercises and group work. Each learner must submit a portfolio of evidence within a specific time-frame.

Certification: After the successful completion of this skills programme and assessment of the portfolio of evidence (PoE), learners will receive a letter of competence. Alternatively learners will receive a LeMark certificate of Attendence.

Re-submissions: When a learner is found Not Yet Competent, they will be given one chance to re-submit, they will have 36 days (weekends & holidays included) to complete their PoE/Assignment. Should they not meet this deadline or if they are found Not Competent for the second time they will have to book, pay and attend the programme/course at their own expense.

Rate: R 3 995.00 per person (Inc VAT lunch, refreshments & study material)
Venue: Protea Hotel Capital, Pretoria.
Reference Number: Please use your invoice number
Cancellation Date: 7 working Days before course starts

HOW TO BOOK: Complete a registration form and fax it back to (012) 654 8193.

Terms, Conditions & Disclaimer:
• Admission conditions and cancellation policy applies. For full details contact LeMark Training & Development (Pty) Ltd or visit our web site: www.lemark.co.za
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• We reserve the right to change the venue and the order of the presentation or if absolute necessary to substitute a facilitator or presenter
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