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Construction presentation skills

Strong presentation skills are essential for effective communication, leadership, and professional success. This course provides participants with the tools and techniques needed to deliver confident, engaging, and impactful presentations.

NOTE: This course is currently full for the 2025 calendar year. However, you can still join the waitlist below to be notified if/when new spots open up:

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Course details

Through hands-on activities, structured lessons, and expert feedback, participants will develop their ability to structure content, connect with audiences, and present with confidence. 

Instructor: Randy Nemchin

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With more than 20 years of experience in training, Randy Nemchin works in all construction sectors to improve company, team, and individual performance.

Course details

What you'll learn

The Construction Presentation Skills course will provide students with the skills to:

  • Organize and structure presentations for clarity and impact 
  • Improve verbal and non-verbal communication skills 
  • Manage nervousness and build a confident presence 
  • Create and use effective visual aids 
  • Engage audiences through interactive techniques 
  • Handle Q&A sessions and challenging presentation scenarios 

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals, team leaders, and anyone looking to improve their public speaking and presentation skills.  

Additional Information

Participants will receive course materials, hands-on practice opportunities, and personalized feedback to enhance their presentation style. 

Construction presentation skills Registration

Construction Presentation Skills is closed for the Fall '25 semester. If you have any questions about availability, please email Jordyn Kapala at jkapala@wmcinstitute.com.

Additionally, make sure you sign up for the WMCI course mailing list to ensure you're the first to be notified when new courses open that match your training needs.

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