Talking with Intention: Effective Communication and Purposeful Self-Disclosure - Online Course - Nov 2023

This training is now sold out - 11/7/28

Course Dates: Tuesday, November 14 and Thursday, November 16 from 12pm-3pm ET/11am-2pm CT/10am-1pm MT/9am-12pm PT

Tuition: $180.00 

This online course is designed for peer specialists and peer workers to examine effective communication strategies. Communication is at the core of all of our relationships. As a peer supporter it is critical to know what we are saying AND WHAT WE ARE HEARING is done in an effective, compassionate and respectful way. Are we communicating what we want to communicate. Are we giving others the space to listen. Are we using self-disclosure in a positive manner. We will also look at the special place a peer worker holds in an agency how we can best represent ourselves. We will also look at how the special concerns accompanying online communication.

Learning Objectives:  

Through participation in this course we will:

  • Review a variety methods for communicating our message accurately, respectfully and with compassion.
  • Examine the skills needed for self-disclosure both as a listener and a speaker
  • Review the special role a peer specialist might be tasked with in an agency and what special interpersonal skills might be needed.
  • Explore the power of listening and the power of silence
  • Review what specials accommodations might be needed for online communication (e.g., emails, texts, Zoom)

Online Application - Get your ticket for this exciting online course!