Course
Confidence in Public Speaking
Name
SEF-3001JB2
Available Classes
Not currently offered.
Description Course Outline Requirements Intended Audience More Details
Intended Audience
Anyone that would like to feel comfortable giving a presentation or speech.
Description
Whether it is a business presentation or an impromptu speech for coworkers, speaking in front of an audience at work can make some people anxious. Improve your ability to communicate with this course, which introduces basic principles of speech communication. Develop confidence and avoid negative self-talk; acquire skills that can be used now or in a future career. Learn in a non-threatening environment how to organize your talk, create an outline for speaking, and communicate your message appropriately and effectively.
Course Objectives
  1. Understand basic principles of oral communication and listening.
  2. Learn to select and adapt topics to meet the needs and interests of particular audiences, remembering diversity among listeners.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to collect, analyze and use information and data to develop and adapt messages for different purposes and settings.
  4. Organize ideas and supporting materials in a coherent and captivating message.
  5. Use appropriate language and graphics for a business setting.
  6. Develop delivery skills by using voice, body, gestures and visuals effectively in presenting speeches.
  7. Develop the ability to speak competently and confidently at work and in public communication situations.
Outline of Instruction
  1. Class expectations, ethics of public speaking, and types of speeches, thesis statements and topics. Meaning of confidence.
  2. Doing ethical research, using different media for information, develop an outline. Brainstorm ideas about speeches.
  3. Compose and deliver an “elevator speech.” Deliver informative speech about work. Handle question and answer session at work, communicating clearly.
  4. Discuss persuasive speaking and developing speeches for different audiences.
  5. Deliver a persuasive speech. Practice leading a small group discussion for work. List ways of communicating in a small group.
  6. Deliver a commemorative speech and practice participation in a panel discussion as a representative of your field. Evaluate speeches.
Contact Hours
18
CEU's
1.8
Industry Standard, State, or National Certification
No
CE to CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
None
Text and Supplies Needed
None
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
Requirements for Successful Completion of this Course
  1. Attendance 90% or above
  2. Participation
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
Intended Audience
Anyone that would like to feel comfortable giving a presentation or speech.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment
Related Courses
  • Advanced Public Speaking - COM-3711P3
  • Presentation Success - COM-3711B1
  • Communication Skills - COM-3711A1
  • Public Speaking - CJC-5025F4
Course Contact Information
Community & Career Education Staff
cce@waketech.edu
919-532-5700