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Utility Customer Service Training Series 1

Course Overview

This program is designed to offer guidance with the unique demands of the utility industry. Customer satisfaction is a key component of the overall success of your municipal enterprise systems. This course provides hands‐on participation, role playing exercises, and practical solutions to daily dilemmas related to customer interaction. We will explore strategies to become a successful communicator, learn to deal with angry and dissatisfied customers and improve internal communication and collaboration. You will discover methods to understand and connect with a diverse customer base.

Course Topics:

  • Customer Service Communication
  • The SELF Evaluation: Self‐awareness for Improved External and Internal Service
  • Dealing with Stress Caused by Angry and Difficult Customers
  • Resolving High Bill Complaints / Education of Energy Conservation & Efficiency Improved
  • Customer Service by Phone
  • Understanding Collections and Disconnections

Course Level: Basic

Length of Course: 6 Months
Certificate of Completion

Who Should Attend:
Designed for Customer Service Representatives

Course Instructor:
Debra Ballard, The Ballard Group

Course Pricing: $2,100.00

Course Dates:
Module 1: March 4, 2025
Module 2: April 1, 2025
Module 3: May 6, 2025
Module 4: June 10, 2025
Module 5: July 29, 2025
Module 6: August 19, 2025

Classes will be held from 9:00-4:00pm
Lunch will be provided

Cancellation Policy:
If you are unable to attend, substitutions will be permitted up to one week prior to the first class date with written notification, there will be no refunds given. Attendee must attend each of the modules to receive Certificate of Completion.

ECG reserves the right to reschedule or cancel any scheduled training class or to replace personnel.

Course Location:
MEAG Power Transmission Training Center
148 Powerhouse Road
Forsyth, GA 31029

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