Course

Intermediate Presentation Skills Training Course

Move beyond confident delivery to create well-structured, engaging presentations that connect with your audience, communicate with greater impact, and handle questions with confidence.

Pathways:

  1. INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR
Intermediate Presentation Skills Training Course
Communication Skills

Course outcomes

  • By the end of the Intermediate Presentation Skills course, participants will be able to structure and deliver engaging presentations with greater confidence, tailor their message to different audiences, use persuasive techniques effectively and manage audience questions with authority.

Who is this course for?

The Intermediate Presentation Skills Training Course is designed for professionals who already have presentation experience and want to refine their skills. It’s ideal for managers, specialists, and client-facing teams looking to improve structure, audience engagement, delivery style, and overall presentation impact.

Delivery options

Group size: Workshops, from 2-hour sessions to full-day, for small (up to 12), medium (up to 25), or large groups up to 50. High-impact keynote sessions of up to 90 minutes, for audiences from 51 to 200+ participants.

Measurement: We monitor progress to levels 1 and 2 of the Kirkpatrick model, and can support your internal monitoring through to levels 3 and 4. We have the capacity to use milestone charts, post-training action programmes, and coaching.

Course content

Introduction & objectives

Discussing the purpose of the session, presentation skills challenges, and the outcomes participants are looking for.

Skills refresher

Refreshing the core presentation skills of preparation, vocal delivery, and congruent body language.

Building the structure

Understanding the purpose, audience, and the most effective presentation structure, anticipating questions, and using visual aids.

Delivering the message

Building rapport, setting ground rules, being present, using plain language and managing the Q&A.

Analysing great presentations

Employing rhetorical devices including the power of three, keywords, parallels, and opposites.

Learning routes

Choose your learning route

For individuals

Individual learners

Individual learner access is handled through LearnFlix.

UK|EAME from £14.99
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For teams

Teams and organisations

Talk to Working Voices about team training for your organisation.

UK|EAME / USA from £1,850 / $2,960

Frequently asked questions

How can I improve my public speaking and presentation abilities?

The best way to improve is through preparation, structured practice, and constructive feedback. Developing a clear message, understanding your audience and practising your delivery help build confidence and improve engagement. With regular application, presenters become more natural, persuasive, and effective in a wide range of situations.

Which is more effective, online or in-person presentation skills training?

Both formats offer valuable learning opportunities. Online training reflects the demands of modern virtual presenting, while in-person workshops allow participants to practise delivery, body language, and audience engagement in a live environment. The most effective option depends on your objectives and the situations in which you present.

What is the difference between group presentation workshops and one-on-one coaching?

Group workshops provide opportunities to practise presentations, receive feedback and learn from other participants’ experiences. One-to-one coaching offers personalised guidance tailored to individual goals and presentation challenges. Both approaches build confidence, with the choice depending on your learning needs and objectives.

How do you manage stage fright and performance anxiety during a presentation?

Feeling nervous before a presentation is entirely normal. Careful preparation, rehearsal and a clear presentation structure help build confidence and reduce anxiety. Focusing on communicating with your audience rather than striving for perfection allows presenters to feel more relaxed and deliver with greater impact.

What are the best techniques for handling difficult Q&A sessions?

Prepare for likely questions in advance, listen carefully and respond clearly and calmly. If a question is unclear, ask for clarification before answering. When you don’t know an answer, be honest and offer to follow up afterwards, maintaining both credibility and confidence throughout the discussion.