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Speed Reading

Speed Reading

In today’s information-rich workplace, professionals are expected to process large volumes of reports, emails, technical documents and online information quickly and accurately. This practical one-day Speed Reading course equips delegates with proven techniques to significantly increase reading speed while maintaining – and often improving – comprehension, concentration and retention.
Through a combination of practical exercises, reading assessments and memory techniques, delegates will learn how to eliminate inefficient reading habits, identify key information more effectively and become more confident when working with written material.
Whether reading business reports, policies, research papers or technical documentation, delegates will leave with practical techniques they can apply immediately in the workplace.

Counts towards 6 CPD Hours
1 Day
Open Public & Closed Group


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Pre-Course Reflection

Please reflect on one or more of the questions below and come prepared to discuss your responses during the session.

  • Self-Assessment: On a scale of 1–10, how would you rate your current skill level in this subject? What factors influenced your rating?
  • Development Focus: Identify one specific behaviour, skill, or capability you would like to improve or develop further.
  • Relevant Examples: If possible, bring one or two relevant examples or scenarios from your experience that you would be willing to share with the group.

What You Will Learn

Introduction to Speed Reading
Understanding how we read
Common myths about speed reading
Measuring current reading speed and comprehension
Setting personal improvement goals
Identifying Reading Habits
Recognising inefficient reading behaviours
Reducing subvocalisation (silent speech)
Eliminating regression and re-reading
Improving eye movement and visual tracking
Reading More Efficiently
Expanding visual perception
Increasing reading pace without sacrificing understanding
Reading in meaningful groups rather than individual words
Developing smoother eye movement
Improving Comprehension
Active reading techniques
Identifying key information quickly
Understanding structure and context
Reading with purpose
Memory and Retention
Improving concentration
Memory techniques for retaining information
Note-taking strategies
Reviewing information effectively
Reading Different Types of Material
Emails and correspondence
Reports and proposals
Technical documentation
Policies and procedures
Articles and research papers
Practical Speed Reading Techniques
Skimming for key messages
Scanning for specific information
Prioritising information
Managing information overload

Your Post-Course Challenge

  • Reflect on the key topics covered and identify one area to apply immediately.
  • Share one insight or action point with a colleague within the next week.
  • Review your notes after 30 days and assess your progress.

Counts Towards 6 CPD Hours

This course contributes 6 hours of Continuing Professional Development. Delegates can log these hours as evidence of structured learning for professional bodies and employers.

Key Features

Course Duration is 1 Day

Comprehensive course materials

Certificates of attendance

Access to Customer Portal (course bookers)

Course Guarantee

Priced per person for Virtual open public course

£449.00 Plus VAT

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