Events

Presentation Skills for Doctors in Training

Course ID: SW589

 

Michael Klepper famously wrote “I’d rather die than give a speech.” This module is for people who would rather develop skills to deliver powerful and memorable presentations that engage an audience. It provides techniques to overcome nerves, perform with punch, make the best use of slides and other props and handle setbacks & challenges. Participants will have the opportunity to present and receive feedback.

 

KEY COURSE ELEMENTS

Planning

• Setting and refining the presentation objective
• Designing content for the audience
• Being aware of the average attention span

Polishing your presentation

• Effective notes
• The use of visual aids and avoiding “Death by PowerPoint!”
• Building confidence

Performing with punch

• Pitch, tone, delivery, passion, enthusiasm
• Interacting and engaging with the audience

Dealing with setbacks and problems

• Strategies for responding to difficult questions and situations
• Buying time and retaining control

Practice and feedback

• An opportunity to deliver a short presentation and receive feedback

 

PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ABLE TO

• Define the key elements of a perfect presentation
• Create and deliver presentations which engage an audience
• Make the best use of presentation slides and other props
• Deliver powerful presentations that encourage audience engagement
• Handle difficult /challenging situations with confidence
• Present with heightened confidence

 

Booking for these courses will be through MaxCourse, our online booking system. 

Information about how to use MaxCourse can be found on our website. 

Please email FacultyDevelopment.SW@hee.nhs.uk with any questions, before and on the day.