Customer Service Training

This course will provide you with the information needed to understand how a positive attitude, going a step beyond basic customer service, and dealing effectively with complaints will enhance your work experience. You will learn the difference between internal and external customers. You will also learn how developing and implementing a comprehensive customer service policy promotes consistency in how customers are treated and keeps customers happy.

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3 Months / 15 Course Hrs
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Centenary College of Louisiana

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Course code: T14349

What you will learn

  • Discover how to communicate effectively
  • Identify internal and external customers
  • Identify how to interact positively with customers

How you will benefit

  • Develop a positive attitude
  • Understand customer service
  • Gain the ability to create and implement service standards

How the course is taught

  • Self-Guided, online course
  • 3 Months access
  • 15 course hours
  1. Customer Service Basics
    1. Defining Customer Service
    2. Internal and External Customers
    3. Interacting with Customers
    4. Understanding What the Customer Wants
  2. Developing Responsible Customer Service Skills
    1. Developing a Positive Attitude
    2. Going a Step Beyond What is Expected
    3. Dealing with Complaints and Problems
  3. Developing Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
    1. The Basics of Communication
    2. Customer Communication
  4. Customer Service Best Practices
    1. Creating Customer Service Standards from Best Practices
    2. Implementing Service Standards
    3. Monitoring Service Standards
    4. Maintaining Service Standards
  5. Attracting Loyal Customers
    1. Create Memorable Service
    2. Develop Loyal Customers
    3. How Loyal Employees Impact Customers
Self-Study

Prerequisites:

There are not prerequisites to take this course.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 10 or later.
  • Mac: macOS 11.0 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Your course begins immediately after you enroll.​

You have 3 months of access to the course. After enrolling, you can learn and complete the course at your own pace, within the allotted access period. You will have the opportunity to interact with other students in the online discussion area.

There is no time limit to complete each lesson, other than completing all lessons within the allotted access period. Discussion areas for each lesson are open for the entire duration of the course.

Because this course is self-guided, no extensions will be granted after the start of your enrollment.