Course Description
This course is for a learner looking to work within the retail industry. It provides retail knowledge as well as customer care training, brand and industry awareness, health and safety awareness as well as matching specialist optional units to roles.
NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Retail Skills Min 24 credits
Mandatory Units include:
Work effectively with others in a retail organisation
Optional units – to be arranged
Duration
12 - 24 months depending on course and individual circumstances
Assessment
Oral and written unit assessments through student portfolio with practical vocational observation by a qualified Assessor; Witness Testimonies and Professional Discussion.
Entry Requirements
Aged 16 – 17 years old Or Young person with a disability and be under 22 years old, Or Young person who qualifies under the Children (Leaving Care) Act (NI) (2002) and who is under 24 years old.
18 – 24 years old working 21 hrs or above in a relevant job role
All aged groups, must be employed or working voluntary in a relevant job role
Progression Routes
Students can progress to higher education or level 3 Diploma in Retail, various routes are available.
Job Roles within the Retail Industry
This qualification can help you to progress into various customer service roles, sales roles as well as the opportunity to gain full time employment within the retail industry.
