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Preferred registration deadline: August 15th

3 CEs/CPH units

Speaking in front of a group can feel intimidating, but it’s also a skill you can build with practice and the right tools. This workshop will help you get more comfortable and confident in your public speaking. You’ll learn practical tips for using your voice, body language, and presence to connect with your audience. We’ll also cover simple techniques to handle nerves, so you feel more in control when it’s your turn to speak. Beyond just tips and tricks, this session is about finding your personal speaking style—the one that feels natural to you. Whether you’re speaking in meetings, giving presentations, or addressing a crowd, the goal is to help you communicate in a way that’s both effective and authentic. By the end of the workshop, you’ll also have started building a public speaking routine, giving you a solid foundation to keep growing and improving every time you speak.

This is an interactive synchronous distance learning course via Zoom.

General Admission: $65**
**Eligible discounts can be applied during checkout.

Class size is limited to 20.

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Course Outline

Content Level: Beginner

Target Audiences: Social Workers, Public Health workers, other mental health providers, School Social Workers, individuals working with a specific demographic or cultural group, non-profits professionals, managers, and other.

Agenda:

  • Introduction to Public Speaking Fundamentals - 40 minutes
  • Discovering Your Personal Style - 15 minutes
  • Building Practical Skills - 40 minutes
  • Break - 5 minutes
  • Hands-On Practice and Feedback - 50 minutes
  • Establishing a Public Speaking Routine - 15 minutes
  • Q&A - 15 minutes

Learner Outcomes

  • Develop Confidence in Public Speaking. Participants will Apply strategies to manage public speaking-related anxiety.
  • Learn Practical Public Speaking Tools. Apply new and practical skills in using one's voice, body language, and presence to engage and connect with audiences.
  • Explore and identify an authentic speaking style. Participants will explore and define a speaking style that feels natural and authentic to them, helping them communicate more effectively in diverse settings.

Course Completion Requirements:

The Brown School is an approved provider of Social Work CEs in Missouri and Illinois. To earn credit, attendees must arrive at the scheduled time, attend the entire course, and complete an online course evaluation. You may still qualify for partial Social Work Missouri and Illinois CEs if you miss part of the training. CE Certificates will be available online within 10 business days of course completion by visiting your learner profile at https://ce.wustl.edu/portal/logon.do?method=load&parentSite=brown.  You will receive an email notification with specific instructions for accessing the online certificate when it is available.

For more information about CEs, accessibility, refund/cancelation policy, our grievance policy or other inquiries please visit our About Us page or email brownprofdev@wustl.edu.

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Section Title
Speak Up: Build Confidence and Find Your Public Speaking Style
Type
Online
Days
F
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Aug 22, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Location
  • Online
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
General Admission non-credit $65.00
Potential Discount(s)
CEs
3 CEs
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 19, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 19, 2025
Instructors
Section Notes

Course Interaction & System Recommendations: This live Zoom course is fully interactive. Attendees may ask and answer questions throughout the presentation and participate in instructor-led discussions.
System recommendations:

  • Operating Systems: Windows 10 or higher, macOS X with macOS X (10.11) or later.
  • Internet Browser: Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox, or Edge - all within 2 versions of the current release.
  • Broadband Internet connection: Cable, High-speed DSL & any other medium that is Internet accessible.
  • A full list of Zoom recommendations can be found on the Zoom Support website.
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