Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP): an introduction course
In this course you get to know NLP and learn how to influence communication, behaviour and thinking patterns in order to achieve your goals and stand stronger in your work and life.
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In brief. Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP): An Introduction is a 2-day classroom course. You can attend it in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Groningen and Zwolle or online, in a group of no more than 8 participants. The price is EUR 1250,- excl. VAT per participant, including course materials, lunch on site and a certificate of attendance. For a team or department we also deliver this course in-company.
- A new view of yourself and your communication
- Practical techniques for immediate results
- Stronger goals, genuinely achievable results
- More peace of mind
- Creative thinking from new perspectives
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NLP gives you insight into the patterns behind communication and behaviour. This introduction offers practical tools to communicate more effectively, clarify your goals and get the best out of yourself. A valuable step in your personal development.
Description
In this introductory course in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) you become acquainted with a personal development method that helps you make better use of your abilities. NLP assumes that the successful behaviour of others can be understood and learned. The method focuses on the patterns behind human communication and behaviour, and offers tools to change those patterns or learn new ones.
You gain insight into your own model of the world and examine how your view of the world influences your behaviour and communication. You work on building rapport, enabling you to communicate more effectively and build stronger relationships with the people around you. You also work on formulating and achieving goals and explore techniques such as anchoring, learning how your brain responds to signals and how you can steer that.
The course alternates between experiencing, experimenting, reflecting and exploring theory. You get actively involved, so that you immediately notice the effect of new behaviour and can translate it to your own practice.
Topics
- Insight into your own model of the world: how do you look at the world and what does that mean for you and those around you?
- Communicating according to NLP: how do you increase the impact of your communication?
- Building rapport: you build stronger relationships with the people around you.
- Setting and achieving goals: what is needed for you to actually achieve your goals?
- Anchoring: how does your brain respond to signals and how do you adjust that?
- Out-of-the-box thinking: a fresh view of reality and of what you consider possible.
- Regulating emotions: more calm in your head and less worrying.
Result
After this introductory course you will understand the basic principles of NLP and be able to apply the basic techniques in your everyday communication. You will have insight into your own model of the world and recognise how it influences your behaviour and interactions.
You know how to build rapport with the people around you and can tailor your communication to the person you are speaking with. You are also able to formulate clear, achievable goals and determine which steps are needed to reach them. You have practised anchoring and know how to call up desired feelings and behaviours at the moment you need them.
With this in hand you stand more firmly on your feet, communicate more effectively and have practical tools to develop yourself further, both personally and at work.
Target audience
This introductory course is intended for anyone who is interested in NLP and wants to develop further in the areas of communication, behaviour and personal growth. Whether you work in education, business, healthcare or coaching: you will gain practical tools that you can put to use straight away.
Teaching method
During the course we alternate between concrete experience, experimenting with behaviour and techniques, reflecting and exploring theory. This makes the programme suitable for all types of participants. There is plenty of action in the course, so that you genuinely experience the effect of new behaviour. This makes it possible to recognise success. We also emphasise that everyone is responsible for their own development and must take ownership of it. In our course we invite you to reflect continuously and make connections with your own practice. Our aim is to increase your insight and let you make the translation to your own situation. This increases the chance of real behavioural change.
Prior knowledge
No prior knowledge is required for this course, so there is nothing you need to prepare. It does help if you are open to self-reflection and willing to experiment with new behaviour. A curious attitude is all you need to bring.
Practical information
- Number of days
- 2 days
- Course times
- from 10 am to 5 pm
- Teaching hours
- 12 hours
- Education level
- Suitable for all levels
- Preparation time
- None
- Included
- Course materials and lunch on site
- Certificate
- At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance
- Cancel
- Free up to four weeks before the start (cancellation terms)
Language
The course is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer speaks English. English-language course materials can be used. If at least 3 participants register, the course can also be given entirely in English.
In-company
Would you like to organise this training for a whole group or several groups? This can be cost-effective. For example, we can tailor the content entirely to your organisation, and training a whole group is also cheaper.
Are you looking at large numbers of participants or a complete academy? That involves a great deal. Consider planning and communication, for example, or identifying and agreeing the objectives and content of the training. Or differences in level, feedback mechanisms and safeguarding. Fortunately, Learnit has extensive experience in this field (more than 25 years) and we are happy to help you through this process.
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All start dates
2 training days. In order of date.
- Fri 6 & Fri 20 November 2026 Online · 10:00–17:00 Enrol
- Fri 6 & Fri 20 November 2026 Rotterdam · 10:00–17:00 Enrol
- Wed 23 Dec 2026 & Wed 6 Jan 2027 Rotterdam · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 25 November Enrol
- Fri 15 & Fri 29 January 2027 Groningen · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 18 December Enrol
- Fri 15 & Fri 29 January 2027 Zwolle · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 18 December Enrol
- Thu 11 & Thu 25 February 2027 Amsterdam · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 14 January Enrol
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Plan your own group on a date that suits you, at your office, at our premises or online. We tailor the content to your day-to-day work, and training a whole group is cheaper than individual bookings.
- Your date and location
- Tailored content
- Multiple groups or an academy are also possible
- More than 25 years' experience
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What others say about this course
Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP): An Introduction course: average 8.3 from 20 reviews
“Interesting course that is easy to apply. The ideas behind NLP were explained clearly. The exercises immediately give you something to get started with in practice yourself.”
“After the course I came away with a good deal more self-insight.”
“The trainer is enormously enthusiastic. She looks for openings from my life to give examples and, above all, lets me/us search for ourselves. It was very motivating for me and I'm certainly not finished with NLP yet!”
"Excellent course, a good mix of personal situations, practical exercises and theory. Plenty of interaction, but that is also necessary in this course. The trainer is experienced and handles the various approaches to problems well. Even when things get emotional. He stays calm and explains clearly what the purpose of an exercise and the material is."
“A very instructive course that I found extremely useful. I was given plenty of practical tools that I can certainly put to good use. For me it was truly tailor-made and a real eye-opener.”
“My impression of the course is that it is instructive. It brings you back to yourself for a moment. In the end, everything comes from within you, including the changes you would like to make. My slogan has always been: "I know it all, but actually doing it..". During the course you become aware again of everything you do and how you do it. That is good! I actually find the two-day basic course too short. As far as I am concerned, it could well be four days.”
"'Steff did an excellent job!'"
“I was surprised by the practical side of the course. The second day in particular was full of exercises that you can also apply yourself after the course. Very valuable and inspiring.”
“I can recommend NLP to anyone. You are given concrete tools for dealing with particular situations. I only regret not having taken this course sooner!”
“A truly special course and you learn so much! You do have to be open to it.”
“The course was professional and interesting.”
“The content (and pace) was excellent and tailored to the points raised during the intake, and entirely geared to the participants' needs.”
“The training course gave me a great deal of insight into my perception and the perception of others. It is intense when it comes to why you do something and how that came about, but it helps you to communicate and listen differently in everyday life.”
“Thanks to a pleasant mix of theory and exercises, I gained personal insights that are of great value to me for my future. I can recommend NLP: An Introduction to anyone who is willing to look at themselves!”
“A good first introduction to NLP. Good balance between theory and practical applicability.”
"In short: After the course I had more insight into myself. I learned that ingrained patterns can be broken. I also learned to recognise other people's motivations and how to respond and act on them in order to exert influence. All in all an excellent course that has made me see that you are responsible for your own learning process."
“The course was tailored to my requirements, as agreed. The trainer was very pleasant to deal with and very flexible.”
“The good thing about this course is that you can apply the theory offered straight away in practice, through examples and exercises. This way you make the material your own and become familiar with it.”
“Until the course, NLP was more or less gibberish to me. What I could actually do with it was not clear. Learnit's course gave me a clear picture of what I could do with the subject. Not only in my profession as a communications adviser, but above all in working out my vision of the future. With NLP, listening to your feelings takes on a concrete meaning!”
“A lot of recognisable issues, a few great eye-openers. Good introduction to NLP. I found the trainer very pleasant and approachable. He stays open and gives you space, but also knows how to bring things back on track.”
“If this course appeals to you and you are willing to make yourself vulnerable, you can learn a great deal that will benefit you in your work and your personal life. It is remarkable to look at people's behaviour and communication in this way and to gain insight into how you can achieve your own learning objectives.”
Training formats
Classroom
2 days€ 1250,-- Pleasant venue with a good trainer
- Small groups
- Inspiring and motivating
In-company
Bespoke trainingOn request- 100% for your group
- Bespoke training
- At your place or ours
Workshop
Up to 4 hours for groupsOn request- Suitable for events
- Interactive and inspiring
- Large groups too
Private training
At our place or yoursOn request- 100% just for you
- Achieve a lot in little time
- Whenever you want
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel free of charge?
Yes. Up to four weeks before the first day of the course you can cancel free of charge, without giving a reason. You then receive a credit note or, if you have already paid, a refund. If you cancel later, you pay part of the course fee: 25% between four and two weeks before the start, 75% in the two weeks before it and 100% in the final week. Moving to another start date is free of charge up to two weeks before the start, after that 50%. Sending a colleague in your place is always possible. Read the cancellation terms.
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How long does the NLP introduction course last and what does it cost?
You can find the current price at the top right of this course page, along with the schedule, location and delivery format. For in-company or bespoke courses we are happy to provide a quotation on request.
Next start: Fri 6 & Fri 20 November 2026 in Rotterdam, also available online
Free cancellation up to four weeks before the start, so you can secure a place now.