Objective:
• Develop essential skills and competencies required for effective performance as a receptionist or front-desk officer.
• Enhance professionalism, customer service, and communication skills to create a positive first impression.
• Learn techniques to manage visitors, calls, and administrative tasks efficiently in a dynamic office environment.
• Gain confidence in handling various situations and providing excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.
Course Content:
Understanding the Role of a Receptionist
• Role and Responsibilities: Understand the key responsibilities and duties of a receptionist or front-desk officer.
• Importance of First Impressions: Learn how to create a positive first impression and maintain a professional appearance.
Customer Service Excellence
• Effective Communication Skills: Enhance verbal and non-verbal communication skills to interact professionally with visitors and callers.
• Dealing with Difficult Situations: Develop strategies for handling challenging situations and resolving conflicts effectively.
Managing Office Traffic
• Visitor Management: Learn techniques for greeting, registering, and assisting visitors courteously and efficiently.
• Call Handling Techniques: Master skills for answering, screening, and directing calls to the appropriate departments or individuals.
Administrative Support
• Handling Mail and Packages: Understand procedures for receiving, sorting, and distributing mail and packages.
• Appointment Scheduling: Learn how to manage appointments and meetings effectively using scheduling software or tools.
Office Equipment and Technology
• Using Office Equipment: Gain proficiency in using office equipment such as printers, scanners, and copiers.
• Basic IT Skills: Develop basic IT skills required for managing emails, creating documents, and using office software.
Confidentiality and Security
• Data Protection: Understand the importance of data protection and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Office Security Procedures: Learn security protocols to ensure the safety of staff, visitors, and assets.
Team Collaboration
• Collaborating with Team Members: Develop teamwork skills and understand the importance of cooperation with colleagues.
• Supporting Other Departments: Learn how to assist other departments and team members with their administrative needs.
Professional Development
• Continuous Learning: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Career Advancement: Explore opportunities for career growth and advancement in the field of reception and front-desk management.
Ethics and Professionalism
• Code of Conduct: Understand ethical standards and professional conduct expected of receptionists and front-desk officers.
• Building Professional Relationships: Develop strategies for building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.
Handling Emergencies
• Emergency Procedures: Learn emergency response procedures and protocols to ensure the safety of individuals in the workplace.
• Crisis Management: Develop skills for managing crises and emergencies effectively while maintaining calm and professionalism.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
• Building Customer Loyalty: Understand how to build and maintain customer loyalty through exceptional service.
• Handling Customer Feedback: Develop techniques for receiving and responding to customer feedback professionally.
FOR WHOM:
Personal Assistants, Front Desk Officers, Secretaries and others who perform related duties in the workplace.
Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.
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DATE:
1ST BATCH: 25th – 28th Mar 2025
2ND BATCH: 8th – 11th July, 2025
3RD BATCH: 4th – 7th Nov, 2025
25, Queen street, Alagomeji Bus Stop, Yaba, Lagos