Public Speaking Training (for schools and individuals)

Public Speaking Training (for schools and individuals)

School facilitations, Group training, and Discreet private coaching

Working with individuals and Interested schools and institutions, Fingerprint Consultancy Services uses its uniquely designed teaching material to prepare trainees in a move that gives the individual leverage over his/her would-have-been equals. Consisting of 3 trimesters, 10 weeks of 60 hours and a minimum of 6 study hours a week, this service is designed to suit both the work-from-home person and the working class individual whose schedule is tight but is desirous of ascending to the next level in his/her personal and/or professional growth via good grasp of the Art of Public Speaking. Beyond the theoretical lessons, we afford trainees hands-on practical platforms to see how things are done and, to test their mettle in the art.

Classed into four (4) categories;

  • Beginners (low & high)
  • Intermediate (low & high)
  • Advanced and,
  • Proficient

There is something for everyone, from the amateur to the one who needs just a refresher course.

Who May Attend?

 Individuals, Company Executives, Administrators, Pastors, Evangelists, Media Practitioners, On-Air Personalities, Politicians, Diplomats, Comperes (Masters of Ceremony), Communication Major Trainees, and Persons wishing to improve their skill in public speaking whether at the industry or higher stage.

Note: each training session/class seats just 10 persons to make for effective connection and maximum productivity. Placement is based on a first-come, first-served basis.

What Trainees May Expect to Learn;

  1. The different type of speeches and methods of delivery.
  2. The elements of any speech.
  3. Improving delivery skills.
  4. Involving the audience and recognizing its role.
  5. Writing an effective speech.
  6. Value of public speaking, and the development of effective communication skills.

Areas of coverage (short course)

  • Introduction to Public Speaking
  • Public Speaking Ethics
  • Preparing the Speech: A Process Outline
  • Building Confidence to Speak
  • Learning to Listen and Helping Others Do the Same
  • Choosing a Topic
  • Analysing the Audience
  • Topic Research: Gathering Materials and Evidence
  • Supporting Your Ideas
  • Organizing and Outlining the Speech
  • Wording the Speech
  • Delivering the Speech
  • Informative Speaking
  • Persuasive Speaking
  • Methods of Persuasive Speaking
  • Preparing and Using Visual Aids
  • Special Occasions
  • Speaking in and for Groups

Programme for the Full Trimester

MODULE 1 – PS INTRODUCTION
  • History of public speaking
  • Benefits of public speaking
  • Elements of speech communication
  • Types of public speeches
  • Ethics of public speaking
  • Best Practices in Public Speaking
MODULE 2 – AUDIENCE ANALYSIS
  • Audience Analysis
  • Sources of Information
  • Interviewing
  • Supporting your presentation; you and your materials
MODULE 3 – THE SPEECH
  • Organizing and Outlining the Speech
  • Components of a speech
  • Categories of speech
  • Introduction
  • Conclusion
  • Managing Q&A
  • Transitions
  • Outlining
  • Wording your speech
  • Delivering the Speech
  • Speaking in the Real World
  • Effective Vocal Delivery
MODULE 4 – USE OF ENHANCERS
  • Effective Visual Delivery
  • Adapting to Handouts and Visuals
  • Interaction in Public Speaking
  • Rehearsing the Speech
  • Informative Speaking
  • Persuasive Speaking
  • Types of Persuasive Speeches
  • Preparing and Using Visual Aids
  • Video and Multimedia
  • Dos and don’ts of using sensory and enhancements
MODULE 5 – THE ART OF LISTENING
  • The art of communication
  • Understanding Listening
  • Giving and receiving criticism
  • Picking a topic
MODULE 6 – SPECIAL OCCASIONS
  • Speeches for Special Occasions
  • The Speech of Introduction
  • The Speech of Presentation or Acceptance
  • The Speech to Secure Goodwill
  • The Speech to Secure Goodwill
  • The Inspirational Speech
  • Other Speeches: Farewells, Toasts, and After-Dinner Remarks
  • Speaking in and for Groups
  • Presenting Group Thinking
  • Preparing for Team Presentations

General Training Programme/Calendar

Every academic session consists of a trimester (Fall, Spring & Summer).

Fall trimester ———————————– (late September – Early December)

Spring trimester ——————————- (Late January – Early April)

Summer trimester —————————- (Late May – Early August)

Note:

** fall and spring part of the trimesters are mandatory, while intending holiday makers would have to work out plans to cover their workload for the summer trimester before leaving for the vacation**.

Work hours (Mondays – Fridays)

8:00 – 10:00
10:00 – 12:00
12:00 – 14:00
14:00 – 16:00
16:00 – 18:00
*subject to be amended.

Freebees

Image and voice recordings (participants can bring their small camcorder and/or RW DVDs). On the other hand, these services are included in our deal with contracting institutions. Company and school trainees get a DVD chronicling their performances at no extra cost.