About This Workshop

Half-Day Conflict Resolution — Conflict Styles, Difficult Conversations and De-escalation Essentials

When an incident happens, what follows determines whether it happens again. This half-day session gives managers and supervisors the core investigation skills they need — conflict frameworks, de-escalation tools and the confidence to address difficult situations from the very next conversation.

Delivered in-house at your site, tailored to your accident reporting process and sector. Immediately applicable from the next incident onward.

Want to discuss whether this workshop fits your site? Email training@elevateimpacttraining.com

Choosing the Right Format

Half-Day Workshop vs Full-Day Programme

Both formats deliver real conflict resolution capability. The difference is depth, practice volume and the breadth of frameworks covered.

Half-Day SessionFull-Day Programme
PositioningCore conflict skills — conflict styles, DESC framework and de-escalation essentialsFull programme — extended frameworks, mediation skills, sensitive topics and deeper scenario practice
Duration3–3.5 hours6–7 hours
Best ForManagers needing a confident, structured approach to difficult conversations quicklyOrganisations investing in sustained conflict resolution capability and formal grievance reduction
FrameworksThomas-Kilmann conflict styles, DESC conversation structure and de-escalation languageAll half-day content plus Interest-Based Relational approach, mediation skills and sensitive topic handling
Scenarios1–2 structured conflict role-play exercises based on common workplace situationsMultiple realistic scenarios including interpersonal conflict, performance issues and team breakdowns
InvestmentLower — easier to schedule across busy management teamsPremium — stronger ROI through deeper capability and measurable reduction in formal grievances

Not sure which format is right? Speak to our training specialist on 07544 534759.

Key Benefits

What Delegates Gain From This Workshop

Identify their personal conflict style and switch consciously to achieve better outcomes

Apply the DESC framework to structure and lead difficult conversations with confidence

Use de-escalation language and listening techniques to reduce tension in high-stakes conversations

Address issues earlier — before they become formal grievances, absences or resignations

Handle the conversations they have been avoiding with greater structure and composure

Leave with a personal action plan for the conflict situations they are currently facing

Programme Outline

Half-Day Conflict Resolution Workshop

First Half
Understanding Conflict, Conflict Styles & Emotional Management

Delegates explore the causes of workplace conflict, identify their personal conflict style using the Thomas-Kilmann model, and develop emotional regulation and active listening techniques to stay constructive under pressure.

Second Half
Practical Application, Frameworks & Personal Action Planning

Delegates apply the DESC conversation framework and de-escalation techniques through structured role-play scenarios, then close with a personal conflict resolution action plan for the three most pressing situations they are currently facing.

Who Should Attend

Suitable For Anyone Responsible for Resolving Workplace Conflict

This workshop is designed for managers, team leaders and HR professionals across all sectors who need to address workplace conflict, manage difficult conversations and prevent formal grievances — with minimum time away from the business.

Managers & Team Leaders HR & People Professionals NHS & Healthcare Managers Education & Public Sector Leaders Project Managers Customer-Facing Managers Housing & Local Government Anyone Avoiding Difficult Conversations

Want this tailored to your sector or conflict challenges? Email training@elevateimpacttraining.com

Delivery Options

Flexible Delivery — Wherever You Are

Every workshop is designed around your organisation. Scenarios tailored to your sector and conflict challenges. Delivered in-house or virtually, available across England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Europe.

Face-to-Face

Delivered at your workplace — scenarios tailored to your team and sector

Virtual

Delivered via Microsoft Teams or Zoom — same quality, full interaction and live role-play

Bespoke

Scenarios built around your real workplace conflict challenges and sector context

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In-House Delivery Across the UK & Europe

Half-Day Conflict Resolution Training Wherever Your Organisation Needs It

Every workshop is delivered entirely in-house — at your site or virtually. We do not run public courses. We deliver face-to-face across England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Europe, including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast, and virtually via Microsoft Teams or Zoom to teams anywhere.

To discuss in-house half-day conflict resolution training for your team, call 07544 534759 or email training@elevateimpacttraining.com