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Open Minute Taking Training Course

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Minute taking is an integral factor in the success of a meeting. When the discussions are underway and decisions have being verbally made, accurate meeting minutes will record what has taken place and what actions are required. This course provides participants with a good understanding of the purpose of meetings. The minute taking course teaches delegates how to take concise minutes that are easy to read and form an accurate account of a meeting. Effective listening, note taking and summarising are covered. Attendees will leave with templates for best practice minute taking.

Who should attend:

Anyone who needs to take factual records of meetings.

By the end of the course participants will be able to:

	Identify the responsibilities of the minute taker
	Sort out facts
	Be selective in recording information
	Have the confidence to interject for clarity
	Layout information in a style suited to them

Specific course content:

	What are meetings for?
	What makes an effective meeting?
	What makes a competent Participant, Minute Taker, Chair
	Minute taking practice
	Feedback from exercise, debrief
	Listening skills
	Behaviour in meetings
	Note taking
	Terminology
	Minute taking practice (based on client specific input if appropriate)
	Feedback from exercise, debrief & close

Here's what recent participants have said about this course:

“What a fabulous course.”- Stella, Domino's Pizza Group

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