Customer Service Training Courses
Upskill your team with practical, instructor-led training that improves service quality, efficiency and confidence. Explore public dates, private workshops and self-paced options across Australia. Courses are designed for real-world impact with frameworks your team can apply immediately.
- 4.9/5 from 100+ verified reviews
- Official training partner of the Australian Customer Experience Professionals Association (ACXPA)
- Proven impact on CSAT, efficiency and employee confidence
- Live online, onsite or self-paced delivery
Customer Service Training Statistics
Delivering great customer service lifts loyalty, revenue and employee engagement. The data isn’t shy about it:
- Customer loyalty: 86% of consumers are more likely to repurchase from brands with excellent service.
- Business revenue: 84% of organisations that improve customer experience see increased revenue.
- Purchasing decisions: 73% of buyers consider customer experience a key factor when making purchases.
- Retention risk: Customers are 4x more likely to switch because of poor service than price or product.
- Employee impact: Highly engaged employees deliver 21% higher profitability and 59% lower turnover.
The Benefits of Investing in Customer Service Training
Customer service training doesn’t just improve customer satisfaction — it benefits your employees and bottom line.
- Reduced stress Right skills build confidence and reduce burnout.
- Increased productivity Happier employees are more productive and accurate.
- Lower absenteeism Engaged staff take fewer sick days than dissatisfied staff.
- Reduced turnover Replacing one frontline hire can cost over $25,000 in Australia.
- Higher customer satisfaction Happy customers stay longer, spend more and refer others.
- Stronger communication Clear, consistent messaging across phone, email and face-to-face interactions.
- Improved compliance Aligned with AXCXP standards and best-practice frameworks for service delivery.
- Better employee engagement Training motivates staff, increases morale and strengthens team culture.
Why Choose CX Skills for Customer Service Training Courses?
- Industry-leading trainers Programs delivered by seasoned professionals with decades in customer service and contact operations.
- Proven frameworks Practical tools and coached practice that translate to immediate, measurable results.
- Flexible delivery Public dates for individuals, private workshops for teams, and self-paced options.
- Official partner Exclusive training partner of the Australian Customer Experience Professionals Association (ACXPA).
- Trusted by leading brands From small business to enterprise and the public sector across Australia.
- Practical & engaging Interactive sessions with real scenarios, live coaching and take-away templates your team can use immediately.
Customer Service Training Options
Great customer service isn’t one-size-fits-all. We offer a suite of programs to match different roles, skill levels and learning styles. Review the cards below to choose the course that best fits your team.
Phone Customer Service Training
Clear, confident, professional phone skills that reduce repeat contacts and lift CSAT — aligned with ACXPA phone standards and industry best practice.
Reception/Frontdesk Customer Service Training
Phone and face-to-face interactions for admin and front-of-house teams. Confidence, clarity and warmth.
Technical Support Customer Service Training
Structure complex conversations, troubleshoot without jargon, and keep customers calm while you solve the problem.
Frontline (in-person) Customer Service Training
Face-to-face service skills for retail, hospitality and service counters. Premium first impressions with consistent follow-through.
Email Customer Service Training
Write clear, human emails that resolve issues first time. Includes structure, tone and QA standards.
Live Chat Customer Service Training
Fast, human chat conversations that solve problems without copy-paste robot vibes. SLA-friendly workflows.
Managing Difficult Customers
De-escalation language, boundaries and recovery skills for heated situations. Protect your people and brand.
Service Experience Essentials
Company-wide mindset and behaviours for consistent customer service. Suitable for any department.
Public Sector Customer Service Training
Purpose-built for councils, departments and agencies. Phone, email and face-to-face service that stands up to scrutiny.
How and When Customer Service Training Is Delivered
We provide different delivery formats to suit how teams prefer to learn. Public courses are ideal for individuals or small groups who want to join set dates. Private courses give larger teams the flexibility to run sessions at times that work best, with content tailored to their needs. Both formats are fully instructor-led and designed to deliver practical results.
Feature | Public Course | Private Course |
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Who Attends | Open to all companies and individuals | Your team only |
Learning Environment | Hear perspectives from other industries and roles | Tailored to your organisation’s specific challenges and goals |
Dates & Times | Fixed schedule that’s easy to plan around | Fully flexible to suit your needs |
Content | Standardised curriculum covering core skills | Customised to your business needs |
Delivery Method | Live online | Live online or onsite |
Cost | $278–$847 per person (course dependent) | Cost-effective for larger groups |
Best For | Businesses needing a ready-made solution with fixed dates | Companies wanting a program tailored to their team |
Minimum Numbers | No minimum — book one employee or the whole team | Minimum of 4 participants |
View Upcoming Public Courses > | Learn More About Private Training > |
Need a More Flexible & Affordable Option?
While live training is always the gold standard for skill development, our Self-Paced Online Courses offers a practical alternative when time, budget, or scheduling are tight.
- Short, engaging video lessons (approx. 10 mins each)
- Workbooks, quizzes, and a certificate of completion
- Part of a growing library of 300+ on-demand courses
- Accessible anytime, anywhere – from any device
What Teams Say About Our Customer Service Training
These programs have been delivered to teams across Australia in retail, government, healthcare, utilities, tech and more. The feedback is remarkably consistent: clear frameworks, engaging delivery, practical practice and skills your people use from day one.
Below are recent reviews from our customer service courses. Different industries, different roles — the same impact.
Trusted by Leading Organisations Across Australia
Hundreds of businesses — from local councils to national brands — have chosen CX Skills to upskill their teams with practical, real-world customer service training.
Upcoming Public Customer Service Training Courses
Explore all upcoming public customer service training courses below. Click a course to view dates, times and secure your ticket(s). You can enrol a single employee or multiple team members in one transaction, making this a flexible and cost-effective way to upskill.
- Tickets can be purchased by credit card, or you can request an invoice during checkout.
- Looking for something more tailored? All customer service courses are also available as private sessions — learn more about private training options or contact us for a no-obligation discussion.
- Public course places are limited, so we recommend booking early to secure your preferred date and session.
August 2025 Frontline Customer Service Essentials
Online via Zoom Price: $278.00 AUD ex GSTThe August 2025 Frontline Customer Service Essentials course teaches premium customer service skills specifically for face-to-face/in-person service.
August 2025 Reception Customer Service Essentials
Online via Zoom Price: $278.00 AUD ex GSTThe August 2025 Reception Customer Service Essentials course teaches premium customer service skills for in-person, phone and email - suitable for all front desk/reception roles.
September 2025 Managing Difficult Customers
Online via Zoom Price: $847.00 AUD ex GSTLearn global best-practice skills on how to manage angry, upset and difficult customers with confidence in this 2 x 4-hour September 2025 online course - suitable for all customer-facing employees.
September 2025 Reception Customer Service PRO
Online via Zoom Price: $548.00 AUD ex GSTPerfect for receptionists and front-desk professionals, the September 2025 Customer Service Reception PRO course builds premium service skills to boost confidence, handle challenges, and elevate every customer interaction.
September 2025 Tech Support Customer Service Foundations
Online via Zoom Price: $428.00 AUD ex GSTThe September 2025 Tech Support Foundations training course teaches premium customer service skills delivered via 2 x 3-hour sessions.
September 2025 Reception Customer Service Essentials
Online via Zoom Price: $278.00 AUD ex GSTThe September 2025 Reception Customer Service Essentials course teaches premium customer service skills for in-person, phone and email - suitable for all front desk/reception roles.
September 2025 Customer Service Phone Essentials
Online via Zoom Price: $278.00 AUD ex GSTThe September 2025 Customer Service Phone Essentials course is a 3-hour online course designed to teach premium customer service skills for phone-based employees.
September 2025 Technical Support Customer Service Essentials
Online via Zoom Price: $278.00 AUD ex GSTSuitable for employees working in technical support and helpdesk roles, this September 2025 Tech Support Customer Service Essentials course is delivered via a live 3-hour online/virtual training session.
October 2025 Reception Foundations
Online via Zoom Price: $428.00 AUD ex GSTThe October 2025 Reception Customer Service Foundations course teaches premium customer service skills specifically for front desk/reception roles.
October 2025 Frontline Customer Service Essentials
Online via Zoom Price: $278.00 AUD ex GSTThe October 2025 Frontline Customer Service Essentials course teaches premium customer service skills specifically for face-to-face/in-person service.
October 2025 Email Customer Service
Online via Zoom Price: $747.00 AUD ex GSTLearn how to write better emails to customers in the October 2025 Email Customer Service training course (suitable for all employees).
October 2025 Reception Customer Service PRO
Online via Zoom Price: $548.00 AUD ex GSTPerfect for receptionists and front-desk professionals, the October2025 Customer Service Reception PRO course builds premium service skills to boost confidence, handle challenges, and elevate every customer interaction.
October 2025 Tech Support Customer Service PRO
Online via Zoom Price: $548.00 AUD ex GSTEmpower your technical support/helpdesk employees with premium customer service skills in the October 2025 Tech Support PRO course delivered over 3 x 3-hour live virtual/online sessions (total 9 hours training).
October 2025 Phone Customer Service PRO
Online via Zoom Price: $548.00 AUD ex GSTEquip your employees with superior phone customer service skills in the October 2025 Phone Customer Service PRO training course with 9 hours of facilitated learning (3 x 3-hour sessions) suitable for all phone-based employees.
November 2025 Managing Difficult Customers
Online via Zoom Price: $847.00 AUD ex GSTLearn global best-practice skills on how to manage angry, upset and difficult customers with confidence in this 2 x 4-hour November 2025 online course - suitable for all customer-facing employees.
November 2025 Customer Service Phone Essentials
Online via Zoom Price: $278.00 AUD ex GSTThe November 2025 Customer Service Phone Essentials course is a 3-hour online course designed to teach premium customer service skills for phone-based employees.
November 2025 Frontline Customer Service Foundations
Online via Zoom Price: $428.00 AUD ex GSTJoin the November 2025 Frontline Customer Service Foundations course to master premium customer service skills for all face-to-face interactions where customer service matters.
November 2025 Technical Support Customer Service Essentials
Online via Zoom Price: $278.00 AUD ex GSTSuitable for employees working in technical support and helpdesk roles, this November 2025 Tech Support Customer Service Essentials course is delivered via a live 3-hour online/virtual training session.
November 2025 Reception Customer Service Essentials
Online via Zoom Price: $278.00 AUD ex GSTThe November 2025 Reception Customer Service Essentials course teaches premium customer service skills for in-person, phone and email - suitable for all front desk/reception roles.
November 2025 Phone Customer Service Foundations
Online via Zoom Price: $428.00 AUD ex GSTThe November 2025 Customer Service Foundations training course teaches premium phone customer service skills delivered via 2 x 3-hour sessions.
November 2025 Frontline Customer Service PRO
Online via Zoom Price: $548.00 AUD ex GSTJoin the November 2025 Frontline Customer Service PRO course to gain advanced skills and strategies for handling face-to-face customer interactions with confidence, professionalism, and impact.
January 2026 Email Customer Service
Online via Zoom Price: $747.00 AUD ex GSTLearn how to write better emails to customers in the January 2026 Email Customer Service training course (suitable for all employees).
March 2026 Managing Difficult Customers
Online via Zoom Price: $847.00 AUD ex GSTLearn global best-practice skills on how to manage angry, upset and difficult customers with confidence in this 2 x 4-hour March 2026 online course - suitable for all customer-facing employees.
Customer Service Training FAQs
Quick answers to the most common questions about our customer service training courses.
- Essentials: 1 × 3-hour session
- Foundations: 2 × 3-hour sessions
- PRO: 3 × 3-hour sessions