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NITA AccreditedAdvancedPhysical + Virtual5 daysSRTC

Training on Service Recovery Techniques

Master service recovery techniques to turn dissatisfied customers into loyal advocates. Learn to effectively handle complaints, resolve issues, and exceed customer expectations.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Advanced

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

All materials

Overview

About this programme

The Service Recovery Techniques Training Course is designed to equip participants with the skills and strategies necessary to effectively manage service failures and recover customer satisfaction. Through a mix of theoretical insights and practical exercises, participants will learn how to turn dissatisfied customers into loyal advocates, enhancing the overall customer experience.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend?

  • Customer service representatives
  • Frontline employees in retail, hospitality, and service industries
  • Managers and supervisors responsible for customer service teams
  • Business owners and entrepreneurs focused on customer satisfaction
  • Quality assurance and customer experience professionals
Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of this course, participants will:

  • Understand the importance of service recovery and its impact on customer loyalty.
  • Identify common causes of service failures and their consequences.
  • Implement effective recovery strategies tailored to specific situations.
  • Communicate empathetically and effectively during service recovery interactions.
  • Measure and evaluate the success of service recovery efforts.
  • Develop a proactive service recovery plan for their organizations.
Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Understanding Customer Dissatisfaction

  • Defining customer satisfaction and dissatisfaction
  • Identifying common customer complaints and their underlying causes
  • Analyzing customer feedback and data
  • Recognizing the impact of customer dissatisfaction on a business

Module 2: Effective Listening and Communication

  • Active listening techniques
  • Empathetic communication
  • Handling difficult conversations and objections
  • Non-verbal communication and body language

Module 3: Service Recovery Strategies

  • Apologizing effectively and sincerely
  • Providing immediate solutions and compensation
  • Going above and beyond to exceed customer expectations
  • Building trust and loyalty through service recovery

Module 4: Handling Escalated Complaints

  • Identifying escalating situations
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Involving higher-level management when necessary
  • Managing customer emotions and anger

Module 5: Measuring and Improving Service Recovery Performance

  • Key performance indicators (KPIs) for service recovery
  • Tracking and analyzing customer satisfaction data
  • Continuous improvement processes
  • Learning from service recovery successes and failures
Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact:

  • Increased customer loyalty through effective recovery strategies

  • Reduced customer churn and improved retention rates

  • Strengthened brand reputation and trust

  • Enhanced service standards and overall customer experience

Individual Impact:

  • Improved problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

  • Greater confidence in handling challenging customer interactions

  • Ability to turn service failures into relationship-building opportunities

  • Stronger communication, empathy, and recovery skills

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

Common questions.

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To teach you a systematic approach to recover from service failures, turn dissatisfied customers into loyal advocates, and use feedback for continuous improvement.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Service Recovery Techniques in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.