Public Speaking Certification
Why you should study with us
Public Speaking Certification
The ability to inspire, engage and enthuse others with your words and passion is a vital tool for leadership, sales and virtually all aspects of business.
Great public speakers are able to communicate in a way which captures attention and drives action. Conversely, poor public speakers can damage their own reputation as an expert and tarnish others' opinion of the organization they represent.
While we all know how to speak, it is a common mistake to assume the same methods can effectively transmit important ideas and persuasive content to large groups of people. Public speaking is a skill, not a natural talent, and most people are petrified of it simply because they have never been taught how to do it well. Set aside your fears and calm your nerves while you learn exactly how to master the art and science of persuasive public speaking.
This course has been designed for anybody wishing to improve their confidence and capability in this essential business and personal skill. The information presented is supported with practical opportunities to enhance the skills, aptitudes and emotional mastery needed to successfully wow your audience.
By taking this course you will learn the methods, tools and knowledge needed to successfully present your ideas and expertise to an audience of any size. This course takes you on a journey through the essential knowledge, psychology, practical steps and personal development needed to optimize your public speaking performance. Worksheets, quizzes, tests and interactive exercises are provided to support your learning and enhance your abilities.
What you will learn:
- How to prepare yourself emotionally and practically to deliver a great speech
- Methods to enhance your credibility, authority and appeal as a public speaker
- Planning tools and preparation techniques which enhance the quality of your speech
- How to use your voice and body to authentically connect with your audience
- Best practices for opening and closing speeches to optimize their effectiveness
- Psychological techniques which help you relax and influence your audience
- How to prepare presentation materials and visual aids suitable for your audience
Benefits of taking this course:
- Learn how to identify and overcome the common fears and anxiety associated with public speaking
- Gather practical experience, feedback and data which will improve your skills and confidence
- Identify and upgrade your vocal qualities to make your delivery more interesting and appealing
- Receive detailed processes and emotional guidance to support speech preparation and delivery
- Develop your own unique style of presenting which allows your personality and expertise to shine
Taking this course will empower you to calmly and confidently speak in public in ways which your audience will greatly appreciate. The power of successfully captivating and inspiring crowds of people cannot be underestimated. Learn how to be an effective and enjoyable public speaker.
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- Understand what it takes to prepare a great speech
- Establish the importance of personal credibility and integrity as a public speaker
- Know how you can generate ideas and topics for an upcoming presentation
- Investigate the importance of storyboards in speech preparation and delivery
- Investigate the tenets of successful speech delivery
- Understand the importance of saying yes to the microphone
- Establish the best practice when opening a speech
- Pinpoint the mistakes to avoid when opening, delivering and closing a speech
- Uncover why so many people are afraid of speaking and learn practical steps to reduce anxiety
- Understand how and why to gather feedback or data from a variety of speaking opportunities
- Learn methods to improve the effectiveness of rehearsals and comprehend why they are so crucial
- Develop confidence in personal, emotional mastery and apply it to the speech preparation process
- Learn how to build up your vocal variety
- Identify what type of speech delivery technique works for you
- Prevent common mistakes in speech preparation and delivery
- Understand how to communicate with clarity and colour
- Learn how to prepare for a speech with very short notice, or none at all
- Analyse and implement the SMART speech preparation steps and process
- Understand the benefits of presentation enhancement and how to make it work for you
- Know how and why you need to review your speech and what happens if you do not
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Public Speaking Certification
on 21st November 2026
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor
Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 5 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 5 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 5 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 10 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
As a teacher I have experienced working with children with a range of learning and physical abilities. This course helped consolidate my knowledge and understanding gained during my 12 years of teaching and working with SEN children. It also added knowledge about the various diagnoses and categories and how to recognise them to support children’s learning.
I found the course easy to navigate, informative and I enjoyed the learning experience. In the future it will help me to think of the children in my care and how best to support their learning needs to achieve the best they can. I hope to someday specialise in working with children with SEN.
Rebecca Dobson
I use Sage 50 every day at work, but wanted a qualification on my CV to reflect this. I thought this course was well set out and very informative.
I really appreciated that the course is split into 10 modules as this made it very easy for me to stop and come back to when convenient. I found with work and 4 kids this was very helpful and with a good feature that it saved the place where I was so you could return at any time.
I must admit I was very surprised that I learnt new things and really glad I took the course. I would recommend this course to anyone thinking of using Sage for the first time or like me already use it daily. I really appreciated the fact that I used my tablet while taking the course.
I must be honest at 36 years old, this was my first course taken online, I was generally really surprised how easy to it was to order/book on line. Overall I felt this was a very positive experience for me I not only gained a qualification, I also gained confidence and have now book up 2 more courses.
Justine Pitman
Having worked in schools for years and having a recently diagnosed son this course has opened my eyes to the world of Autism. The course is both informative, easy to work through and enables the learner to gain full understanding about all aspects of Autism.
Through completing this course I have gained employment supporting a child with Autism and I have been able to implement many strategies to assist both my pupil and also my own son.
I would highly recommend this course if you would like to gain a richer understanding of Autism and would like to study online and at your own pace.
Jo Price
I love being able to study from home, the site is easy to use and I like being able to just log in and study for as long as I have free then pick it up again the next day or a week later. I lost my job suddenly with no notice and decided to take the opportunity to get back into something new I intended to do long ago but just never had the time or money to do so. The great prices for online learning and being able to learn from home whilst doing part time work have helped out so much when on a budget and being unable to be able attend full time college courses.
Kirsten Owen
I found the course straight forward and easy to follow.
It’s given me a great understanding of first aid procedures and has outlined some important aspects of looking after pets in general. It paid particular attention to the description of the CPR procedure. I will come in very useful.
The multi choice test at the end is easy to complete and I found the worksheets at the end of each module very helpful to outline the important aspects.
I look forward to completing many more courses on offer to help progress my new dog walking and pet care business.
Thank you.
Georgina Batty
This course will give me the chance to engage further in my search for a career. I found this course helpful for both refreshing my memory of known skills as well as teaching me new ones.
I appreciated the chance to engage in this course as it was very interactive. I could both watch videos as well as read explanations. I could then apply that in a practice element of the course.
I have an ICT A Level and I didn’t know some of the function that were possible on word. It has been beneficial to me, even though I’m well versed in Microsoft Word.
Shelley Mckeown
Public Speaking Certification
The ability to inspire, engage and enthuse others with your words and passion is a vital tool for leadership, sales and virtually all aspects of business.
Great public speakers are able to communicate in a way which captures attention and drives action. Conversely, poor public speakers can damage their own reputation as an expert and tarnish others' opinion of the organization they represent.
While we all know how to speak, it is a common mistake to assume the same methods can effectively transmit important ideas and persuasive content to large groups of people. Public speaking is a skill, not a natural talent, and most people are petrified of it simply because they have never been taught how to do it well. Set aside your fears and calm your nerves while you learn exactly how to master the art and science of persuasive public speaking.
This course has been designed for anybody wishing to improve their confidence and capability in this essential business and personal skill. The information presented is supported with practical opportunities to enhance the skills, aptitudes and emotional mastery needed to successfully wow your audience.
By taking this course you will learn the methods, tools and knowledge needed to successfully present your ideas and expertise to an audience of any size. This course takes you on a journey through the essential knowledge, psychology, practical steps and personal development needed to optimize your public speaking performance. Worksheets, quizzes, tests and interactive exercises are provided to support your learning and enhance your abilities.
What you will learn:
- How to prepare yourself emotionally and practically to deliver a great speech
- Methods to enhance your credibility, authority and appeal as a public speaker
- Planning tools and preparation techniques which enhance the quality of your speech
- How to use your voice and body to authentically connect with your audience
- Best practices for opening and closing speeches to optimize their effectiveness
- Psychological techniques which help you relax and influence your audience
- How to prepare presentation materials and visual aids suitable for your audience
Benefits of taking this course:
- Learn how to identify and overcome the common fears and anxiety associated with public speaking
- Gather practical experience, feedback and data which will improve your skills and confidence
- Identify and upgrade your vocal qualities to make your delivery more interesting and appealing
- Receive detailed processes and emotional guidance to support speech preparation and delivery
- Develop your own unique style of presenting which allows your personality and expertise to shine
Taking this course will empower you to calmly and confidently speak in public in ways which your audience will greatly appreciate. The power of successfully captivating and inspiring crowds of people cannot be underestimated. Learn how to be an effective and enjoyable public speaker.
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- Understand what it takes to prepare a great speech
- Establish the importance of personal credibility and integrity as a public speaker
- Know how you can generate ideas and topics for an upcoming presentation
- Investigate the importance of storyboards in speech preparation and delivery
- Investigate the tenets of successful speech delivery
- Understand the importance of saying yes to the microphone
- Establish the best practice when opening a speech
- Pinpoint the mistakes to avoid when opening, delivering and closing a speech
- Uncover why so many people are afraid of speaking and learn practical steps to reduce anxiety
- Understand how and why to gather feedback or data from a variety of speaking opportunities
- Learn methods to improve the effectiveness of rehearsals and comprehend why they are so crucial
- Develop confidence in personal, emotional mastery and apply it to the speech preparation process
- Learn how to build up your vocal variety
- Identify what type of speech delivery technique works for you
- Prevent common mistakes in speech preparation and delivery
- Understand how to communicate with clarity and colour
- Learn how to prepare for a speech with very short notice, or none at all
- Analyse and implement the SMART speech preparation steps and process
- Understand the benefits of presentation enhancement and how to make it work for you
- Know how and why you need to review your speech and what happens if you do not
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Public Speaking Certification
on 21st November 2026
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor
Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 5 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 5 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 5 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 10 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
As a teacher I have experienced working with children with a range of learning and physical abilities. This course helped consolidate my knowledge and understanding gained during my 12 years of teaching and working with SEN children. It also added knowledge about the various diagnoses and categories and how to recognise them to support children’s learning.
I found the course easy to navigate, informative and I enjoyed the learning experience. In the future it will help me to think of the children in my care and how best to support their learning needs to achieve the best they can. I hope to someday specialise in working with children with SEN.
Rebecca Dobson
I use Sage 50 every day at work, but wanted a qualification on my CV to reflect this. I thought this course was well set out and very informative.
I really appreciated that the course is split into 10 modules as this made it very easy for me to stop and come back to when convenient. I found with work and 4 kids this was very helpful and with a good feature that it saved the place where I was so you could return at any time.
I must admit I was very surprised that I learnt new things and really glad I took the course. I would recommend this course to anyone thinking of using Sage for the first time or like me already use it daily. I really appreciated the fact that I used my tablet while taking the course.
I must be honest at 36 years old, this was my first course taken online, I was generally really surprised how easy to it was to order/book on line. Overall I felt this was a very positive experience for me I not only gained a qualification, I also gained confidence and have now book up 2 more courses.
Justine Pitman
Having worked in schools for years and having a recently diagnosed son this course has opened my eyes to the world of Autism. The course is both informative, easy to work through and enables the learner to gain full understanding about all aspects of Autism.
Through completing this course I have gained employment supporting a child with Autism and I have been able to implement many strategies to assist both my pupil and also my own son.
I would highly recommend this course if you would like to gain a richer understanding of Autism and would like to study online and at your own pace.
Jo Price
I love being able to study from home, the site is easy to use and I like being able to just log in and study for as long as I have free then pick it up again the next day or a week later. I lost my job suddenly with no notice and decided to take the opportunity to get back into something new I intended to do long ago but just never had the time or money to do so. The great prices for online learning and being able to learn from home whilst doing part time work have helped out so much when on a budget and being unable to be able attend full time college courses.
Kirsten Owen
I found the course straight forward and easy to follow.
It’s given me a great understanding of first aid procedures and has outlined some important aspects of looking after pets in general. It paid particular attention to the description of the CPR procedure. I will come in very useful.
The multi choice test at the end is easy to complete and I found the worksheets at the end of each module very helpful to outline the important aspects.
I look forward to completing many more courses on offer to help progress my new dog walking and pet care business.
Thank you.
Georgina Batty
This course will give me the chance to engage further in my search for a career. I found this course helpful for both refreshing my memory of known skills as well as teaching me new ones.
I appreciated the chance to engage in this course as it was very interactive. I could both watch videos as well as read explanations. I could then apply that in a practice element of the course.
I have an ICT A Level and I didn’t know some of the function that were possible on word. It has been beneficial to me, even though I’m well versed in Microsoft Word.
Shelley Mckeown
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