Services we provide

Conflict resolution and negotiation skills

Introduction

Why does conflict arise and why can it be so hard to deal with? Conflict arises when there are competing demands on resources (e.g. time, space, money, priorities) and conflict is not handled well when people are afraid of it. This workshop teaches the practical skills, not just the theory. Learn the essential skills for a better working environment for everybody. If you have previously been afraid of conflict, you will come out of this course with a range of effective techniques for handling conflict in a positive way.

Objectives

  • Identify the importance of conflict resolution
  • Practice the art of win/win
  • Develop skills in “hearing” feeling statements
  • Understand what others feel and how to make the most of this
  • Read the signals of the body and use them to advantage
  • Know the steps in the conflict resolution process

Course content

  • Deciding on the issues
  • How to talk so others will listen
  • The importance of setting the scene, timing and personal presentation
  • Coming to agreement
  • When to compromise – and when not to
  • A checklist of essential skills
  • Recording the decision so parties stick to it
  • Ethics and the importance of values

Duration: 1 day
Cost: £125 per delegate

Course dates 2011 - 2012

7 February 2012 - Venue to be confirmed

27 March 2012 - Venue to be confirmed

For further information or booking details please contact:

Nick Smead: nick.smead@kent.gov.uk
Ed Lacey: edward.lacey@kent.gov.uk
Tel: 01622 694532

For information on the full range of Learning and Development courses please contact: admin@kentlearninganddevelopment.co.uk

Contact us

Kent County Council
Learning and Development
Sessions House
Maidstone
Kent ME14 1XQ

admin@kent
learningand
development.co.uk

01622 694532