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AM01 Foundational Stage Delivery (Voice & Presence) (Run 1) (24 Oct 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Field	Content
Location	Live on Zoom (link sent to registered participants)
APSS Member	S$180.00
Non Member	S$360.00
Pillar	Eloquence
Module Type	Core module
Trainer	Deborah Patel, CSP
Assessor	Cynthia Zhai, CSP
CPD Points	5 on passing

Your voice and your body are the tools you use every time you speak. This full-day workshop helps you speak clearly, stand with confidence, and hold the attention of any room.

What you will learn

Breathe well and project your voice so everyone can hear you, with or without a mic
Use pace, pauses and tone to make your points land
Cut out filler words like "um" and "you know"
Stand still with purpose, move with intent and use gestures that match your message
Hold eye contact and connect with every part of the room
Warm up your voice and build your own pre-stage routine

How you are assessed
Live Performance Review. You give a 20 minute talk in front of a small audience, live or recorded. It is scored on voice, presence and gesture. To pass, you need at least 3 out of 5 on every area.

Your faculty

Trainer: Deborah Patel, CSP
Assessor: Cynthia Zhai, CSP

What your fee covers

A full day of live training (7 hours of learning) with a Certified Speaking Professional
Your first assessment, marked by a second CSP
5 CPD points when you pass
A free first resit if you need one

Fees are the 2026 to 2027 rate. No GST is added.

Who should attend

Associate Members: this is one of the four core modules on your APSS pathway
Any APSS member or non member who wants to build this skill

About the APSS core modules

APSS has four core modules, one for each pillar: Eloquence, Expertise, Enterprise and Ethics. Pass the course and the assessment for all four and you are certified.

AM07 Speaker Brand Assets (Run 1) (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Field	Content
Location	Live on Zoom (link sent to registered participants)
APSS Member	S$180.00
Non Member	S$360.00
Pillar	Enterprise
Module Type	Core module
Trainer	Eugene Seah, CSP
Assessor	Andrew Chow, CSP
CPD Points	5 on passing

Before a client books you, they look at your bio, your photos and your one-sheet. This full day workshop helps you build the marketing pieces every professional speaker needs.

What you will learn

Present a professional image for stage and camera
Be clear on the change you create for your audience and what makes you different
Write your bio in three lengths: 50, 150 and 300 words
Build a one-sheet that sells your talks
Plan your speaker website, showreel and photos
Name and frame two or three signature talks
Keep your look and message the same across every platform

How you are assessed

Brand Asset Portfolio Review. You submit your three bios and one completed one-sheet as a PDF. They are checked against the APSS Brand Asset Checklist.

Your faculty

• Trainer: Eugene Seah, CSP

• Assessor: Andrew Chow, CSP

What your fee covers

A full day of live training (7 hours of learning) with a Certified Speaking Professional
Your first assessment, marked by a second CSP
5 CPD points when you pass
A free first resit if you need one

Fees are the 2026 to 2027 rate. No GST is added.

Who should attend

Associate Members: this is one of the four core modules on your APSS pathway
Any APSS member or non member who wants to build this skill

About the APSS core modules

APSS has four core modules, one for each pillar: Eloquence, Expertise, Enterprise and Ethics. Pass the course and the assessment for all four and you are certified.

AM08 Developing Your Expert Content (Run 1) (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Field	Content
Location	Live on Zoom (link sent to registered participants)
APSS Member	S$180.00
Non Member	S$360.00
Pillar	Expertise
Module Type	Core module
Trainer	Andrea Edwards, CSP
Assessor	Nick Jonsson
CPD Points	5 on passing

Clients pay experts. This full-day workshop helps you choose your niche, clearly state what you stand for, and build a steady flow of content that proves you know your field.

What you will learn

Pick a niche that fits your skills, your credibility and market demand
Write one clear line on who you help, what problem you solve and how you are different
Set up a simple system to collect and store useful ideas and sources
Turn what you know into regular LinkedIn posts
Start building your own frameworks and proof of results

How you are assessed

Niche Statement and Content Portfolio Review. You submit your niche matrix, a one paragraph niche statement, a library of at least 15 saved resources, and your LinkedIn profile with at least 3 original posts from the past 30 days.

Your faculty

Trainer: Andrea Edwards, CSP
Assessor: Nick Jonsson

What your fee covers

A full day of live training (7 hours of learning) with a Certified Speaking Professional
Your first assessment, marked by a second CSP
5 CPD points when you pass
A free first resit if you need one

Fees are the 2026 to 2027 rate. No GST is added.

Who should attend

Associate Members: this is one of the four core modules on your APSS pathway
Any APSS member or non member who wants to build this skill

About the APSS core modules

APSS has four core modules, one for each pillar: Eloquence, Expertise, Enterprise and Ethics. Pass the course and the assessment for all four and you are certified.

AM01 Foundational Stage Delivery (Voice & Presence) (Run 2) (21 Nov 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Field	Content
Location	Live on Zoom (link sent to registered participants)
APSS Member	S$180.00
Non Member	S$360.00
Pillar	Eloquence
Module Type	Core module
Trainer	Deborah Patel, CSP
Assessor	Cynthia Zhai, CSP
CPD Points	5 on passing

Your voice and your body are the tools you use every time you speak. This full-day workshop helps you speak clearly, stand with confidence, and hold the attention of any room.

What you will learn

Breathe well and project your voice so everyone can hear you, with or without a mic
Use pace, pauses and tone to make your points land
Cut out filler words like "um" and "you know"
Stand still with purpose, move with intent and use gestures that match your message
Hold eye contact and connect with every part of the room
Warm up your voice and build your own pre-stage routine

Your faculty

Trainer: Deborah Patel, CSP
Assessor: Cynthia Zhai, CSP

What your fee covers

A full day of live training (7 hours of learning) with a Certified Speaking Professional
Your first assessment, marked by a second CSP
5 CPD points when you pass
A free first resit if you need one

Fees are the 2026 to 2027 rate. No GST is added.

Who should attend

Associate Members: this is one of the four core modules on your APSS pathway
Any APSS member or non member who wants to build this skill

About the APSS core modules

APSS has four core modules, one for each pillar: Eloquence, Expertise, Enterprise and Ethics. Pass the course and the assessment for all four and you are certified.

AM13 Ethics & Professional Standards (Run 1) (27 Nov 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Field	Content
Location	Live on Zoom (link sent to registered participants)
APSS Member	S$180.00
Non Member	S$360.00
Pillar	Ethics
Module Type	Core module
Trainer	Su-Yen Wong, CSP
Assessor	Ron Kaufman, CSP
CPD Points	5 on passing

Trust is what keeps a speaker in business. This full day workshop covers the standards every APSS member is expected to keep, using real situations speakers face.

What you will learn

Understand the APSS Code of Ethics and why it matters
Make honest claims about your results, testimonials and credentials
Keep client information private
Give credit for ideas and avoid plagiarism
Know when and how to tell people you used AI
Treat fellow speakers fairly and handle conflicts of interest
Know what to do if a standard is broken

How you are assessed

Ethics Knowledge Check and Scenario Response. You answer 15 questions (pass mark 80%) and write 200 words on one real life situation, naming the issue, the principle and what you would do.

Your faculty

Trainer: Su-Yen Wong, CSP
Assessor: Ron Kaufman, CSP

What your fee covers

A full day of live training (7 hours of learning) with a Certified Speaking Professional
Your first assessment, marked by a second CSP
5 CPD points when you pass
A free first resit if you need one

Fees are the 2026 to 2027 rate. No GST is added.

Who should attend

Associate Members: this is one of the four core modules on your APSS pathway
Any APSS member or non member who wants to build this skill

About the APSS core modules

APSS has four core modules, one for each pillar: Eloquence, Expertise, Enterprise and Ethics. Pass the course and the assessment for all four and you are certified.

AM13 Ethics & Professional Standards (Run 2) (30 Nov 2026)

Mon, 30 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Field	Content
Location	Live on Zoom (link sent to registered participants)
APSS Member	S$180.00
Non Member	S$360.00
Pillar	Ethics
Module Type	Core module
Trainer	Su-Yen Wong, CSP
Assessor	Ron Kaufman, CSP
CPD Points	5 on passing

Trust is what keeps a speaker in business. This full day workshop covers the standards every APSS member is expected to keep, using real situations speakers face.

What you will learn

Understand the APSS Code of Ethics and why it matters
Make honest claims about your results, testimonials and credentials
Keep client information private
Give credit for ideas and avoid plagiarism
Know when and how to tell people you used AI
Treat fellow speakers fairly and handle conflicts of interest
Know what to do if a standard is broken

How you are assessed

Ethics Knowledge Check and Scenario Response. You answer 15 questions (pass mark 80%) and write 200 words on one real life situation, naming the issue, the principle and what you would do.

Your faculty

Trainer: Su-Yen Wong, CSP
Assessor: Ron Kaufman, CSP

What your fee covers

A full day of live training (7 hours of learning) with a Certified Speaking Professional
Your first assessment, marked by a second CSP
5 CPD points when you pass
A free first resit if you need one

Fees are the 2026 to 2027 rate. No GST is added.

Who should attend

Associate Members: this is one of the four core modules on your APSS pathway
Any APSS member or non member who wants to build this skill

About the APSS core modules

APSS has four core modules, one for each pillar: Eloquence, Expertise, Enterprise and Ethics. Pass the course and the assessment for all four and you are certified.

AM07 Speaker Brand Assets (Run 2) (7 Dec 2026)

Mon, 07 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Field	Content
Location	Live on Zoom (link sent to registered participants)
APSS Member	S$180.00
Non Member	S$360.00
Pillar	Enterprise
Module Type	Core module
Trainer	Eugene Seah, CSP
Assessor	Andrew Chow, CSP
CPD Points	5 on passing

Before a client books you, they look at your bio, your photos and your one-sheet. This full day workshop helps you build the marketing pieces every professional speaker needs.

What you will learn

Present a professional image for stage and camera
Be clear on the change you create for your audience and what makes you different
Write your bio in three lengths: 50, 150 and 300 words
Build a one-sheet that sells your talks
Plan your speaker website, showreel and photos
Name and frame two or three signature talks
Keep your look and message the same across every platform

How you are assessed

Brand Asset Portfolio Review. You submit your three bios and one completed one-sheet as a PDF. They are checked against the APSS Brand Asset Checklist.

Your faculty

• Trainer: Eugene Seah, CSP

• Assessor: Andrew Chow, CSP

What your fee covers

A full day of live training (7 hours of learning) with a Certified Speaking Professional
Your first assessment, marked by a second CSP
5 CPD points when you pass
A free first resit if you need one

Fees are the 2026 to 2027 rate. No GST is added.

Who should attend

Associate Members: this is one of the four core modules on your APSS pathway
Any APSS member or non member who wants to build this skill

About the APSS core modules

APSS has four core modules, one for each pillar: Eloquence, Expertise, Enterprise and Ethics. Pass the course and the assessment for all four and you are certified.

AM08 Developing Your Expert Content (Run 2) (12 Dec 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Field	Content
Location	Live on Zoom (link sent to registered participants)
APSS Member	S$180.00
Non Member	S$360.00
Pillar	Expertise
Module Type	Core module
Trainer	Andrea Edwards, CSP
Assessor	Nick Jonsson
CPD Points	5 on passing

Clients pay experts. This full-day workshop helps you choose your niche, clearly state what you stand for, and build a steady flow of content that proves you know your field.

What you will learn

Pick a niche that fits your skills, your credibility and market demand
Write one clear line on who you help, what problem you solve and how you are different
Set up a simple system to collect and store useful ideas and sources
Turn what you know into regular LinkedIn posts
Start building your own frameworks and proof of results

How you are assessed

Your faculty

Trainer: Andrea Edwards, CSP
Assessor: Nick Jonsson

What your fee covers

A full day of live training (7 hours of learning) with a Certified Speaking Professional
Your first assessment, marked by a second CSP
5 CPD points when you pass
A free first resit if you need one

Fees are the 2026 to 2027 rate. No GST is added.

Who should attend

Associate Members: this is one of the four core modules on your APSS pathway
Any APSS member or non member who wants to build this skill

About the APSS core modules

APSS has four core modules, one for each pillar: Eloquence, Expertise, Enterprise and Ethics. Pass the course and the assessment for all four and you are certified.