Want to upskill on your own schedule? This Fully Online, Self-Paced course is ideal for busy learners who need flexibility.
You’ll explore essential reception and office procedures, customer care techniques, and professional communication strategies – all at your own pace within a certain time.
Course Content
Unit 1 - ✨ Welcome to the Front Desk: Your Role in Reception & Frontline Services
Explore the purpose and power of professional reception skills in modern workplaces.
Unit 2 - 🛎️ Know What You Represent: Understanding Your Organisation’s Products, Services & Policies
Learn how to speak confidently about the services you support and the policies you follow.
Unit 3 - 🖨️ Tools of the Trade: Mastering Front Office Equipment
Get hands-on knowledge of the key equipment you’ll use every day – from phones to printers and beyond.
Unit 4 -💻 Tech-Savvy Receptionist: Using ICT in a Modern Front Office
Discover how to manage emails, calendars, databases, and digital tools effectively.
Unit 5 - ⚖️ What the Law Says: Reception, GDPR, and Your Legal Responsibilities
Understand key legislation affecting reception and frontline work, including privacy and data protection.
Unit 6 -📂 Keeping It All Together: Managing Information & Administration
Learn how to organise, record, and retrieve information like a pro.
Unit 7 - 🛋️ Creating a Great First Impression: The Reception Area & Customer Experience
Explore how to maintain a welcoming, efficient, and safe reception environment.
Unit 8 - 📝 Scheduling Success: Handling Meetings, Visitors & Itineraries
Master the art of planning meetings, managing visitors, and preparing itineraries with confidence.
Learning at your own pace doesn’t mean learning alone. At Lir, our Fully Online, Self-Paced course in Reception and Frontline Office Skills is designed for busy learners who want the freedom to study when it suits them – while still having access to real guidance, structure, and human support.
Studies show that learners in online environments with flexible pacing perform just as well as in-person learners – when clear structure and tutor interaction are present. (Source: Bernard et al., 2009; Moore et al., 2011, Journal of Distance Education)
We check in to see how you're progressing and offer support or feedback when needed.
Submit tasks or questions anytime and receive personalised responses within 48 hours.
Get help between classes via email or message. We’re always here when you need us.
Learn through video lessons, real-world scenarios, and guided activities – all designed to keep you engaged.
First of all, contact Lir Reception (044) 9342754 before you book. This way you will get an opportunity to speak with a Training Professional to discuss your options and to make sure that this module is the best one for you. To register, fill out our Lir Registration Form. You will have been given an Access Code for this form. Once registered we set you up with a Lir Microsoft email address which gives you access to Microsoft 365 software, at no extra cost to you. From there we send you access details on how to access your course so you can avail of the 'Live' Tutor scheduled Online Classes, Learner Supports and give you access to the Lir eLearning Hub.
Director of Training/Tutor
frances@lirbusinesscentre.com
Training Co-Ordinator
joan@lirbusinesscentre.com
Tutor/Facilitator
brogan@lirbusinesscentre.com
Office Junior (2021)
(2024)
(2025)
€280