Communication Course
Master the Art of Effective Communication
Learn the exact formula of successful communication and practical Training Routines (TRs) that will transform your ability to connect with anyone—in work, relationships, and life.
What is the Communication Course?
"A man is as alive as he can communicate," wrote L. Ron Hubbard, founder of Scientology. This profound statement captures the essence of the Communication Course—a foundational Scientology course that teaches you how to truly connect with others and be understood.
Communication is the most fundamental human activity. Every relationship, every career, every goal depends on your ability to communicate effectively. Yet most people never receive formal training in this vital skill. The Communication Course fills that gap with precise technology developed by L. Ron Hubbard through decades of research into human interaction.
Course Highlights:
- 12-15 hours of self-paced online or in-person training
- Free online course accessible worldwide
- Practical Training Routines (TRs) with immediate real-world application
- Available in 6 SA cities: Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha
- Certificate upon completion recognized globally
The Communication Course is not just theory—it's intensely practical. You'll learn the exact formula that makes communication work, then practice it through a series of Training Routines (TRs) that systematically build your communication ability from the ground up. By the end of the course, you'll be able to communicate with anyone, in any situation, with confidence and clarity.
Thousands of South Africans have completed the Communication Course and report dramatic improvements in their careers, relationships, and personal confidence. Whether you're struggling with social anxiety, want to advance in your career, improve your marriage, or simply become more effective in daily interactions, this course provides the tools you need.
The Communication Formula
At the heart of the Communication Course is the Communication Formula—L. Ron Hubbard's breakthrough discovery of the exact components that make communication work. Understanding this formula gives you the ability to diagnose and fix any communication problem.
1. Cause (Source)
The person who originates the communication. They must have something to say and the intention to communicate it.
2. Distance
The space (physical or conceptual) between the communicator and the receiver. Communication must travel across this distance.
3. Effect (Receipt Point)
The person who receives the communication. They must be willing and able to receive it.
4. Intention & Attention
The communicator must intend to reach the receiver, and the receiver must give attention to the communication.
5. Duplication
The receiver must duplicate (understand) what was communicated. Without duplication, there is no communication.
6. Acknowledgment
The receiver acknowledges receipt of the communication, completing the cycle. This allows the next communication to begin.
Two-Way Communication
Real communication is two-way—it flows back and forth between people. The Communication Formula describes one complete cycle, but in actual conversation, roles alternate: the receiver becomes the source, and the source becomes the receiver.
When all components of the formula are present and functioning, communication flows smoothly. When any component is missing or weak, communication breaks down. The Communication Course teaches you to recognize which component is missing and how to restore it.
This formula applies to all communication—verbal, written, body language, even art and music. Once you understand it, you'll never look at communication the same way again. You'll be able to diagnose why a conversation isn't working, why an email was misunderstood, or why a presentation fell flat—and fix it.
Training Routines (TRs)
The Training Routines (TRs) are the practical heart of the Communication Course. These are precise drills developed by L. Ron Hubbard that systematically build your communication ability through hands-on practice. TRs are used not only in Scientology but by professionals worldwide in sales, management, counseling, public speaking, and negotiation.
Each TR isolates and strengthens a specific component of communication. By practicing them in sequence, you develop abilities that most people never achieve: the ability to be fully present with another person, to deliver a message with clarity and impact, to handle distractions without losing focus, and to recognize instantly when someone doesn't understand you.
TR 0: Confronting
Purpose: Learn to be comfortably present with another person without distraction, nervousness, or the need to fill silence.
What you practice: Sitting face-to-face with another person for extended periods, maintaining comfortable eye contact, without speaking or reacting. This drill eliminates social anxiety and builds the foundation for all other communication skills.
TR 1: Dear Alice
Purpose: Learn to deliver a message clearly and with intention so it reaches the other person.
What you practice: Reading a passage aloud to another person repeatedly until you can deliver it naturally, with full intention to communicate, not just recite words. This drill transforms your ability to speak in meetings, presentations, and conversations.
TR 2: Acknowledgments
Purpose: Learn to acknowledge another person's communication in a way that completes the communication cycle.
What you practice: Giving appropriate acknowledgments ("Thank you," "I got that," "Okay") that genuinely end one communication and allow the next to begin. Poor acknowledgment is one of the most common communication failures—this drill fixes it.
TR 3: Duplicative Question
Purpose: Learn to ask a question and get an answer, without being distracted or accepting non-answers.
What you practice: Asking a question repeatedly until you get a direct answer, acknowledging the answer, then asking the question again. This drill teaches you to stay on purpose in communication and not be thrown off by distractions, evasions, or irrelevant responses.
TR 4: Handling Originations
Purpose: Learn to handle unexpected comments or questions without losing your communication thread.
What you practice: Asking a question, handling any off-topic comments that arise, then returning to your original question. This drill is invaluable in meetings, negotiations, and any situation where you need to maintain control of a conversation.
Why TRs Work:
TRs work because they isolate and strengthen specific abilities through repetition. Most people try to improve communication by "practicing conversations," but this is like trying to improve your tennis game by only playing matches—you never isolate and perfect the individual strokes. TRs give you the equivalent of a tennis coach drilling your backhand until it's perfect. Once each component is strong, your overall communication ability skyrockets.
Students report that TRs are challenging but transformative. The drills push you past your comfort zone and break through barriers you didn't know existed. Many people cry during TRs as they release years of social anxiety and fear of judgment. By the end, you'll be able to communicate with anyone—from a CEO to a stranger on the street—with complete confidence and ease.
Benefits of the Communication Course
The Communication Course delivers benefits that touch every area of your life. Here's what students report after completing the course:
Career Advancement
- • Speak confidently in meetings and presentations
- • Build rapport with clients and colleagues instantly
- • Handle difficult conversations without stress
- • Negotiate effectively and get what you want
- • Lead teams with clarity and authority
- • Interview with confidence and land better jobs
Relationship Improvement
- • Resolve conflicts without arguments
- • Truly listen to your partner and be heard
- • Communicate with children effectively
- • Deepen friendships through better connection
- • Handle family tensions with ease
- • Express love and appreciation clearly
Personal Confidence
- • Overcome social anxiety and shyness
- • Be comfortable with anyone in any situation
- • Stop second-guessing yourself
- • Handle criticism without defensiveness
- • Make new friends easily
- • Enjoy social events instead of dreading them
Life Effectiveness
- • Get things done faster through clear communication
- • Reduce misunderstandings and wasted time
- • Influence others ethically and effectively
- • Handle emergencies calmly
- • Teach and mentor others successfully
- • Experience greater freedom in all interactions
Why Communication = Freedom
L. Ron Hubbard discovered that more communication brings greater freedom. This seems counterintuitive—many people withdraw and communicate less when they feel trapped or overwhelmed. But the opposite is true: the more you can communicate, the more control you have over your life.
When you can't communicate, you're at the mercy of others. You can't express your needs, negotiate for what you want, or resolve conflicts. You feel isolated, misunderstood, and powerless. The Communication Course breaks this cycle by giving you the ability to reach anyone, anytime, with any message. That's true freedom.
Course Format & Availability in South Africa
The Communication Course is available in two formats: free online and in-person at Scientology churches throughout South Africa. Both formats teach the same materials and result in the same certificate.
Online Course (Free)
- Duration: 12-15 hours, self-paced
- Cost: Completely free
- Access: Anywhere with internet
- Format: Reading, videos, questions
- Support: Online supervisor available
- Certificate: Emailed upon completion
Best for: Busy schedules, remote areas, learning theory at your own pace
In-Person Course
- Duration: 1-2 weeks (evenings/weekends)
- Cost: R500-R1,000 materials fee
- Access: 6 SA church locations
- Format: Reading + hands-on TRs practice
- Support: Trained supervisor + practice partners
- Certificate: Awarded at completion ceremony
Best for: Hands-on practice, immediate feedback, faster results
In-Person Course Locations in South Africa:
- Johannesburg North: 10 Hunter Street, Ferndale • +27 11 787 1305
- Johannesburg: 160 Langermann Drive, Kensington • +27 11 615 1711
- Pretoria: 722 Stanza Bopape St., Arcadia • +27 12 344 3615
- Cape Town: 60 Kloof Street, Gardens • +27 21 424 2790
- Durban: 20 St. Thomas Road, Musgrave • +27 31 201 0422
- Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth): 11 Westbourne Road, Central • +27 41 373 2511
Many students start with the free online course to learn the theory and Communication Formula, then attend in-person sessions to practice the Training Routines (TRs) with partners. This hybrid approach combines the convenience of online learning with the power of hands-on practice.
Financial assistance is available for those who need it—contact your local church to discuss options. The goal is to make this life-changing course accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances.
Communication Challenges in South Africa
South Africa faces unique communication challenges that make the Communication Course especially valuable:
Multilingual Society
With 11 official languages, South Africans often struggle to communicate across language barriers. The Communication Course teaches principles that transcend language—presence, intention, acknowledgment— making you effective even when you don't share a common language. Many SA students report that TRs helped them communicate better with domestic workers, colleagues, and neighbors from different language groups.
Cultural Diversity
South Africa's rich cultural diversity creates communication challenges around different communication styles, expectations, and norms. The Communication Course gives you the ability to be comfortable with anyone, regardless of cultural background. You learn to focus on the fundamentals of communication rather than getting caught up in cultural differences.
Workplace Communication
South African workplaces often struggle with communication breakdowns between management and workers, leading to strikes, low productivity, and conflict. The Communication Course equips managers and workers alike with tools to communicate clearly, resolve conflicts, and work together effectively. Many SA businesses have sent entire teams through the course with dramatic results.
Social Isolation
High crime rates and economic stress have led many South Africans to withdraw socially—living behind walls, avoiding interactions, and losing the ability to connect with others. The Communication Course reverses this trend by rebuilding your confidence and ability to reach out. Many students report that the course helped them break out of isolation and rebuild their social lives.
The Communication Course addresses these challenges at their root: by teaching you the fundamentals of communication that work regardless of language, culture, or circumstance. Whether you're a manager trying to lead a diverse team, a job seeker trying to interview confidently, or someone who's simply lost touch with others, this course provides the tools you need.
Success Stories from South Africa
Thabo M., Sales Manager, Johannesburg
"I was terrified of public speaking and avoided presentations at all costs, which was holding back my career. After the Communication Course, I can present to 100 people without notes or nervousness. The TRs completely eliminated my fear. I was promoted to sales manager within 3 months of completing the course, and my income doubled. The Communication Course changed my life."
Result: Promotion + 100% salary increase
Sarah K., Teacher, Cape Town
"I struggled to control my classroom—students talked over me, ignored instructions, and I felt powerless. The Communication Course taught me how to deliver instructions with intention and presence. Now my students listen the first time, and I actually enjoy teaching again. The TRs gave me a level of confidence I never had before. I recommend this course to every teacher in South Africa."
Result: Classroom control + teaching confidence restored
Pieter & Annelie V., Married Couple, Pretoria
"After 15 years of marriage, we'd stopped really talking to each other. We went through the motions but felt disconnected. We took the Communication Course together, and it saved our marriage. The TRs taught us how to actually listen to each other without defensiveness or interrupting. We rediscovered why we fell in love. Every couple should take this course—it's better than any marriage counseling."
Result: Marriage saved + deep connection restored
Zanele N., University Student, Durban
"I had severe social anxiety and avoided social events, group projects, even making eye contact. I was lonely and depressed. The Communication Course—especially TR 0—completely changed me. I can now be comfortable with anyone, make friends easily, and actually enjoy social situations. I went from hiding in my room to being elected class representative. This course gave me my life back."
Result: Social anxiety eliminated + leadership role achieved
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Communication Course?
The Communication Course is a foundational Scientology course that teaches the exact formula of successful communication and provides practical drills (Training Routines or TRs) to dramatically improve your ability to communicate with anyone. The course is based on L. Ron Hubbard's extensive research into communication and takes 12-15 hours to complete online or in-person at your own pace.
What are Training Routines (TRs)?
Training Routines (TRs) are practical communication drills developed by L. Ron Hubbard that improve your communication level through hands-on practice. TRs teach you how to be present with another person, deliver a message clearly, acknowledge communication, handle distractions, and recognize when someone doesn't understand. These drills have applications far beyond Scientology—they're used by professionals in sales, management, counseling, and public speaking worldwide.
How long does the Communication Course take?
The online Communication Course takes approximately 12-15 hours to complete at your own pace. There are no time limits—you can spread the course over days, weeks, or months depending on your schedule. In-person courses at Scientology churches typically take 1-2 weeks with evening and weekend sessions. The course includes reading materials, practical exercises, and drills with a course supervisor.
Is the Communication Course available in South Africa?
Yes! The Communication Course is available both online (free) and in-person at all Church of Scientology locations in South Africa: Johannesburg (2 locations), Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). The online course can be accessed from anywhere in SA with an internet connection. In-person courses provide hands-on practice with trained supervisors and other students.
How much does the Communication Course cost?
The online Communication Course is completely free and accessible to anyone worldwide. In-person courses at Scientology churches have a nominal materials fee (typically R500-R1,000) to cover course booklets and supervision. This is a one-time fee with no recurring charges. Financial assistance is available for those who need it—contact your local church to discuss options.
What will I learn on the Communication Course?
You'll learn: (1) The Communication Formula—the exact components that make communication work, (2) How to communicate so others listen and understand, (3) Training Routines (TRs) that dramatically improve your presence and delivery, (4) How to recognize and handle communication failures, (5) Why more communication (not less) brings greater freedom, (6) How to be comfortable with anyone in any situation, (7) Practical tools you can use immediately in work, relationships, and daily life.
Can the Communication Course help with social anxiety or shyness?
Absolutely. Many people report that the Communication Course completely transformed their ability to interact with others. The Training Routines (TRs) systematically address the root causes of social anxiety: fear of judgment, inability to be present, uncertainty about what to say, and discomfort with silence. By practicing TRs, you become comfortable being yourself around others, which naturally dissolves anxiety and shyness. Hundreds of SA students have overcome social anxiety through this course.
Will this course help me in my career?
Yes—communication skills are the #1 predictor of career success according to multiple studies. The Communication Course teaches you how to: present ideas clearly in meetings, handle difficult conversations with confidence, build rapport with clients and colleagues, recognize when someone doesn't understand (and correct it), deliver presentations without nervousness, negotiate effectively, and lead teams with clarity. Many SA professionals credit the Communication Course with promotions, salary increases, and career breakthroughs.
Do I need any prior knowledge of Scientology to take this course?
No prior knowledge is required. The Communication Course is designed as an entry-level course accessible to anyone, regardless of religious background or familiarity with Scientology. The principles taught are universal—they apply to all human communication regardless of culture, language, or belief system. Many people take the Communication Course simply to improve their communication skills without any intention of pursuing further Scientology study.
What's the difference between the online and in-person Communication Course?
Both courses teach the same principles and materials. The online course is self-paced, free, and can be done from home—ideal for busy schedules or those in remote areas. The in-person course provides hands-on practice with other students and immediate feedback from trained supervisors, which accelerates learning. Many students start online to learn the theory, then attend in-person sessions to practice the Training Routines (TRs) with partners. Both formats result in the same certificate upon completion.
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Transform your ability to communicate and unlock new levels of success in your career, relationships, and life. Start the free online course now or contact us to enroll in an in-person course at your nearest Scientology church.
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