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Complaint Handling Training Course

Want to handle customer complaints with confidence? Develop dispute resolution and complaint management skills with our CPD-certified online complaint handling training.

4.6312 Students

Last updated: November 2026

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£49.00

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£196.00

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  • Duration: 8h 9m
  • Life Time Access
  • Unlimited Free Retake Exam

CPD Points: 9

What you'll learn

  • Common causes of customer complaints and the importance of effective responses
  • Active listening, empathy and clear communication during difficult conversations
  • Appropriate procedures for recording, investigating and responding to complaints
  • Complaint escalation, dispute resolution and managing challenging interactions
  • Fair complaint outcomes, professional apologies and restoring customer trust
  • Using customer feedback to identify recurring problems and improve service quality

About course

One unhappy customer can quickly turn into a difficult conversation. When complaints are handled poorly, even minor issues can escalate, damaging customer relationships and business reputation. Knowing how to respond calmly, communicate clearly and resolve concerns fairly is essential for anyone working with customers.

Training Excellence’s CPD-certified complaint handling training introduces the principles of effective complaint management, professional communication and customer service. Our course is suitable for customer service representatives, complaint handlers, retail and hospitality staff, team leaders, supervisors and professionals responsible for responding to customer concerns.

Through this complaints handling training course, you will explore how to recognise complaints, understand customer expectations and respond to challenging situations. Key learning areas include active listening, empathy, complaint investigation, escalation procedures and appropriate resolution methods.

Effective complaint management also requires fairness, consistency and an understanding of organisational responsibilities. For those seeking complaint management training UK, our course provides a foundation for understanding complaints procedures, professional conduct and the importance of handling customer information appropriately.

At Training Excellence, our complaints handling course online allows you to study at your own pace on any compatible electronic device, with expert tutor support available when needed. Not only that, after you complete the course, you will receive a free digital certificate recognising your achievement and knowledge of complaint handling.

Enrol now in our Complaint Handling Training today to strengthen your communication skills, handle challenging interactions with greater confidence and contribute to better customer experiences.

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CPD Service Accredited

CPD Service Accredited

Our courses are fully accredited by the CPD Certification Service, ensuring they meet recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development and align with UK professional learning guidelines.

UKRLP Registered Provider

UKRLP Registered Provider

We are registered with the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP), confirming our status as a recognised training provider and reinforcing the credibility and transparency of our courses.

Disability Confident Committed

Disability Confident Committed

We are recognised as a Disability Confident Employer, demonstrating our commitment to inclusive hiring practices and supporting employees with disabilities.

AoHT Member

AoHT Member

We are accredited by the Academy of Health and Therapy (AoHT), ensuring our courses meet high standards of quality and relevance in the health and therapy sector.

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Course Curriculum

8 sections • 56 lectures • 8h 9m total length

  • Section Overview of Foundations and Core Principles of Complaint Handling
    3min
  • What Constitutes a Complaint and How It Differs from General Feedback
    6min
  • Case Study – What Constitutes a Complaint and How It Differs from General Feedback
    30min
  • Distinguishing First-Time Requests, Appeals, and Anonymous Complaints
    6min
  • Why Complaint Handling Is Essential to Individuals and Organisations
    7min
  • Recognising Rights to Complain and Organisational Responsibilities
    6min
  • What Complainants Want and Expect from a Resolution Process
    6min
  • The Role and Function of the Ombudsman and Regulatory Frameworks
    6min
  • Section Highlights of Foundations and Core Principles of Complaint Handling
    2min

Who is this course suitable for?

  • Customer service representatives
  • Complaint handlers and customer relations officers
  • Retail and hospitality employees
  • Team leaders and supervisors
  • Care, housing and public service staff
  • Business owners and managers

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We offer a wide range of online courses designed to support professional development across multiple industries, including business, health and social care, health and safety, education, and personal development. All our courses are CPD Accredited, flexible, and fully online.

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