Conflict Resolution and De-escalation Skills

Course Overview
This course equips participants with essential skills to identify, manage, and resolve conflicts in contact center environments. Through real-world examples, simulations, and collaborative exercises, learners will explore common conflict triggers, de-escalation techniques, and structured methods for resolving issues effectively and professionally.
Course Details
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are designed to equip individuals and teams with essential, practical skills that drive real-world results.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Define conflict and its various forms in contact centers
- Identify common triggers for conflicts in customer and colleague interactions
- Apply active listening and the T.A.L.K. method to de-escalate tense situations
- Utilize the A.C.E. method (Acknowledge, Clarify, Explore) for conflict resolution
- Recognize when to escalate conflicts to managerial support
Course Modules
- Understanding Conflict in Contact Centers
- De-escalation Techniques
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Practical Application in Challenging Scenarios
Activities and Assessment
- Role-play simulations and case study analysis
- Group discussions and scenario brainstorming
- Multiple-choice quizzes on conflict triggers
- Performance evaluation during simulations
- Reflection essays on lessons learned
Format and Duration
- Online self-paced
- Estimated duration: 8–10 hours
Target Audience
- Customer service representatives
- Team leaders and supervisors
- HR professionals and operational leads in contact centers
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