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Certified Helpdesk Support Technician Course Outline

This exclusive IT technical course has been designed for anyone who wants to become a Help Desk Support Technician. The 2 certification will help delegates understand the terminology of helpdesk support and the roles and tasks that are required for a support technician.

Module 1: Introduction to Helpdesk Support Technician

  • Introduction
  • Purpose, Scope, and Importance of Service Desk
  • Role of Helpdesk Support Technician in Providing Customer Support Problem Management

Module 2: Customer Service Fundamentals

  • Understanding Customer Service and its Importance
  • Customer Management and its Significance
  • Exploring CX (Customer Experience) and UX (User Experience)
  • Service Empathy and Developing a Customer Mindset
  • Collaboration and its Role in Effective Customer Support
  • Prioritisation Techniques for Handling Customer Requests
  • Customer Journey Mapping and Enhancing Customer Experience

Module 3: Role of Service Desk in Modern Organisations

  • Evolving Service Industry and its Importance
  • Where the Service Desk Fits in an Organisation's Support Structure?
  • Internal Vs. External Service Desk

Module 4: Offering Support to Customers/Users

  • Different Support Channels and Strategies
  • Building Effective Relationships with Customers
  • Importance of Relationship Management in Service Desk

Module 5: Essential Skills for Helpdesk Support Technicians

  • Effective Communication Techniques for Positive Interactions
  • Troubleshooting Strategies and Approaches
  • Utilising Knowledge Management Database for Efficient Support

Module 6: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Service Management

  • Identifying and Measuring Service Desk Performance
  • Utilising KPIs to Drive Continual Improvement

Module 7: Tools and Automation for Helpdesk Support

  • Importance of Automation in Service Desk Operations
  • Integration Tools to Enhance Efficiency
  • Integration Tools to Enhance Efficiency

Module 8: Omnichannel Support and its Advantages

  • Understanding Omnichannel Support
  • Providing Seamless Customer Experience Across Multiple Channels

Module 9: Distinguishing Service Requests, Incidents, and Processes

  • Understanding Service Requests and their Management
  • Differentiating Incidents and their Handling
  • Importance of Defined Processes and Procedures for Efficient Support

Module 10: IT Service Management (ITSM) Practices Used by Service Desk

  • Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and their Significance
  • Incident Management and its Role in Resolving Issues
  • Problem Management for Identifying Root Causes
  • Configuration Management for Ensuring Stability
  • Service Request Management for Streamlining User Requests

Module 11: Continual Improvement in Service Desk Operations

  • Emphasising the Culture of Continuous Improvement
  • Identifying Areas of Improvement in Service Desk Practices

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Who should attend this Certified Helpdesk Support Technician Training Course?

The Certified Helpdesk Support Technician Training Course is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide efficient and effective technical support to end users, customers, or clients. This training course is especially beneficial for these professionals:

  • Helpdesk Support Technicians
  • IT Support Staff
  • Entry-Level IT Professionals
  • Customer Service Representatives
  • Technical Support Specialists
  • Desktop Support Technicians
  • Service Desk Analysts

Prerequisites of the Certified Helpdesk Support Technician Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Certified Helpdesk Support Technician Training Course. However, a basic understanding of Information Technology, Customer Support, and their fundamental concepts would be beneficial for the delegates.   

Certified Helpdesk Support Technician Course Overview

The role of a help desk support technician is to make sure that technologies which are being used in the business are up to date and running efficiently. This role is vital in the IT sector as they deliver end to end support for those who need assistance with their computer, hardware, or software.

A Helpdesk Support Technician should also have effective communication skills as they must engage with technical and non-technical individuals. Many IT Professionals start their careers as a Helpdesk Support Technician, are you ready to start yours?

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What’s included in this Certified Helpdesk Support Technician Training Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • Certified Helpdesk Support Technician Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack 

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