🏆 Professional Certificate

Public Speaking Training

Course Overview

Learn Public Speaking today. Public speaking is the act of giving a speech or presentation to a live audience with a goal to inform, persuade, or entertain. Many people cite public speaking as one of their biggest fears, but with practice, you can learn to build confidence and improve your skills to enjoy public speaking in any situation. Being a good speaker is often critical for leadership positions in the world of business, community groups, government, and other settings.
Professional speakers combine critical thinking, a well-organized narrative, reasoning, research, and more to help communicate his or her ideas. Proper rehearsal techniques can help improve the flow of your presentation for your audience too. These ideas can be taught to help you reach new heights with the art of public speaking.

Why is this course important

Public speaking skills will add value to you in the following ways

  • Addressing a large audience

  • Writing an effective speech

  • Giving the speech

  • Preparing your presentation slide design

  • Overcoming fear of speaking


    Who should attend the course

    Managers, senior professionals, business owners, supervisors

    Duration and Venue

    Public speaking training goes for 4 weeks. Classes are held for one and half hours online through ZOOM, for 3 days each week.

    Course Outline

    The course will cover:

    • Introduction to Public Speaking

    • Audience analysis

    • Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking

    • Emotional Intelligence in Public Speaking

    • Communicating Powerfully

    • Managing Anxiety during Presentations

    • Creating Compelling Speeches

    • Engaging Your Audience

    • Managing the stage

What You'll Gain

Professional Certification
Practical Skills Application
Expert Instruction
Networking Opportunities
Lifetime Access to Materials
Career Advancement Support

Student Success Stories

"This course completely transformed my approach to professional development. The practical tools are incredibly valuable."

Previous Student

Course Investment

$ 195 USD

One-time payment includes all materials and certification

Course Fee $195 USD
Total $195 USD

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What Our Clients Say About Us

Hear from professionals who have experienced our training programs

" I discovered Vantage Africa on Instagram and enrolled in the Public Speaking course. The classes have been insightful, from branding and emotional intelligence to audience analysis. I’ve grown more self-aware and confident in how I communicate. Learning online after work has been so convenient, and I’d recommend Vantage Africa to anyone serious about personal and professional growth"

Janet Maria

Tanzania

"I used to panic at the thought of speaking in public, even simple introductions made me nervous. Thanks to Vantage Africa’s Public Speaking course, I now speak with confidence and clarity. The sessions were engaging, practical, and fit perfectly into my work schedule."

Maria Nansubuga

Uganda

"Running a business taught me that good ideas aren’t enough, you must communicate them well. Vantage Africa’s Public Speaking course helped me do just that. I improved my English, conquered stage fright, and now speak boldly and confidently wherever I go."

Samuel Okoye

Nigeria

Our Background and Expertise

Vantage Africa has trained leaders and professionals across Africa to communicate with confidence, clarity, and influence. Our Public Speaking program is designed for individuals who want to command attention, deliver impactful messages, and connect authentically with any audience. Drawing from years of experience in leadership development, we equip participants with proven communication frameworks, stage presence techniques, and storytelling mastery to elevate both professional and personal impact.

Our Philosophy

We believe that great speakers are not born they are developed. Our philosophy centers on helping participants uncover their authentic voice and build the confidence to express it powerfully. Public speaking is not about perfection, but connection and through practical, hands-on training, we transform fear into confidence, and words into influence.

Case Study

Real-world impact of our training programs

Every confident speaker once stood where fear begins the difference is they chose to practice. Start your climb from fear to influence with our Public Speaking Course.
Case Study

How We Conduct Our Trainings

Our Unique Approach

We understand that communication skills cannot be learned by theory alone — they must be practiced, refined, and demonstrated. Our virtual Public Speaking program blends live interactive sessions, peer feedback, and real-time presentation practice to ensure participants develop measurable competence. The role of the facilitator is not merely to teach, but to observe, mentor, and verify that each participant has demonstrated the core competencies required to design, deliver, and evaluate transformative learning experiences. By the end of the program, participants don’t just know how to train — they have become effective trainers. Facilitators guide learners through a progression of exercises that build vocal control, stage confidence, and message clarity. Each participant is assessed not only on what they know about communication, but on how effectively they can engage, persuade, and inspire an audience. By the end of the program, participants emerge as confident, credible, and compelling speakers.

1

BUILD SELF-AWARENESS AND EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Every participant begins by exploring their emotional intelligence and self-awareness. You learn to identify your emotions, manage anxiety, and project confidence. By understanding your emotional triggers, you build the foundation for authentic communication and presence on stage.

2

MASTER THE ART OF POWERFUL COMMUNICATION

You are guided through the essential elements of effective communication — clarity, tone, structure, and connection. This step focuses on verbal and non-verbal delivery, active listening, and eliminating barriers that weaken your message. You learn how to make every word count.

3

UNDERSTAND AND ENGAGE YOUR AUDIENCE

Public speaking is not about talking to people; it’s about connecting with them. You will learn to analyze your audience, understand their expectations, and tailor your message to their needs. You also practice techniques for engaging attention through gestures, storytelling, and energy.

4

CREATE COMPELLING AND MEMORABLE SPEECHES

Participants develop complete speeches from scratch — from crafting the opening hook to delivering a powerful close. You’ll learn structure, flow, vocal variety, and how to make your message persuasive. Every idea is built around audience relevance and clarity.

5

OVERCOME FEAR AND BUILD STAGE CONFIDENCE

This phase focuses on transforming fear into power. You’ll learn practical tools to control nervousness, manage stage fright, and use confidence-building exercises. The goal is not to eliminate fear but to perform powerfully despite it.

6

REFINE DELIVERY AND REHEARSE LIKE A PRO

Confidence is built through repetition and feedback. You’ll rehearse in small groups, record and review your sessions, and receive professional guidance on improving tone, body language, timing, and stage presence. Each practice round makes you sharper and more natural.

7

DEMONSTRATE COMPETENCE THROUGH PRACTICE

In your final sessions, you’ll present your speech live, applying everything you’ve learned — from emotional control to audience engagement. You’ll also learn to handle Q&A sessions, manage distractions, and deliver with authority and authenticity.

8

EARN YOUR CERTIFICATION AND KEEP GROWING

After completing all modules and self-assessments, you’ll become a Certified Public Speaker. You’ll leave not only with theoretical knowledge but with the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate real-world speeches. Continuous growth is encouraged through practice, mentorship, and reflection.

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Sample Certificate

Upon successful completion of our training programs, you will receive a professional certificate recognizing your achievement and new skills.

Our certificates are:

  • Internationally recognized
  • Digitally verifiable
  • Industry-standard certified
  • Proof of your expertise

Meet Your Lead Trainer

Mr. Patrick Muriuki is a Senior Consultant and Cooperative Development Expert with over 27 years of experience in project management, ICT, and SACCO development across East and West Africa. Drawing from his extensive leadership and technical background, he has become a highly sought-after Public Speaking trainer, helping professionals and executives communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Mr. Muriuki believes that powerful communication is the foundation of effective leadership, and that every professional can master the art of influence through structured speech, storytelling, and authentic presence. Mr. Muriuki holds a Master of Arts in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Kenyatta University. He is a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI), an Associate Member of the Kenya Institute of Management, and a member of the Computer Society of Kenya. His career spans leadership roles such as Technical Director at Agricultural Concepts International Limited, Program Manager and Country Coordinator at the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU), and ICT Manager at the Kenya Institute of Management. He has facilitated high-level workshops and conferences across Africa, the USA, and Europe, training leaders to enhance their public speaking, executive presentation, and communication skills in both professional and international contexts.
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