Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of of Customer Service

Course Overview

Looking to learn the basic principles of good customer service? This qualification provides the knowledge and skills required by employers to work in a range of different environments in a customer service role. Develop essential knowledge of how to carry out customer service related tasks such as how to manage information and support events. Once you have completed the qualification you will be able to apply your knowledge in a variety of industries and job roles.

Key Information

Course Length: 16 weeks on average

Awarding Body: TQUK (E-certificates upon achievement)

Learning Method(s)

Online materials
Paper materials
Online assessment
Paper assessment
There is no prior qualification needed to access this course however; learners must be aged 16 years or over.

This course is part of our fully funded range of Level 2 courses so is free to the majority of learners – eligibility criteria applies.

Course Content

Unit 1: Principles of customer service and delivery
This unit will provide the fundamental knowledge and understanding needed to work in a customer service role. Develop knowledge of the legal and ethical requirements that relate to customer service and maintaining customer service information.
Unit 2: Understand customers
This unit develops knowledge of the different types of customers. Study the links between good customer service and customer loyalty, as well as how these factors affect the organisation in terms of reputation and image.
Unit 3: Understand employer organisations
Look at a variety of organisational structures and the differences between private, public and voluntary sectors. Discover the internal and external influences on organisations, and why change in the business environment is important.
Unit 4: Understand how to communicate with customers
Gain a thorough understanding of the importance of effective communication in customer service. Look at different communication techniques and how to identify and adapt your own communication style in order to offer the best service possible.
Unit 5: Understand how to handle customer information
This unit will provide the knowledge of customer service information systems and handover procedures. Learn about the different responsibilities and levels of authority for processing customer service information.
Unit 6: Understand how to resolve problems and deliver customer service to challenging customers
This unit will provide a solid foundation of knowledge to enable you to deal with challenging customers. Develop knowledge of techniques available to resolve problems and manage unresolved problems by referring to other sources.
Unit 7: Understand how to develop customer relationships
Within this unit, gain an understanding of how to develop relationships with customers or potential customers. Also study the value of customer loyalty and the customer’s expectations.

Eligibility criteria

This is a guide to the eligibility criteria if you are not sure about anything please get in touch with us.

If employed, you may still be eligible for funding if you earn less than £20,319 per year outside of London or less than £11.95 per hour in London. Proof of wage will be required prior to enrolment.
Learners must be aged 19+ from the 31st August 2022.
Learners must be a resident of UK or the EEA (European Economic Area) and have been for at least 3 years.
Learners can be unemployed to undertake a distance learning course.
There are no entry requirements to undertake a distance learning course, however a good level of English is required.