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Retail Works

Course details

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Qualification name Certificate in Retail Knowledge
Qualification level 2
Awarding organisation City & Guilds of London Institute
Learning method Classroom based
Course hours Flexible
Course start date Flexible
Cost description Free Course - Subject to meeting eligibility criteria
Attendance pattern Daytime

Discover the learning experience and opportunities you can expect from this course.

Level 2 will suit you if you work, or would like to work, in retail and you want to increase your skills, perhaps to prepare for another qualification or a role where you have more responsibility. You can choose either a shorter award or a longer, more comprehensive certificate at Level 2. You need to achieve a minimum of nine credits for the award. For the certificate, you need to achieve four core units, then choose enough optional units to give you at least five credits. Each unit is worth between two and four credits. The range of units includes: Understanding customer service in the retail sector Understanding the retail selling process Understanding how individuals and teams contribute to the effectiveness of a retail business Understanding how a retail business maintains health and safety on its premises.

Find out what qualifications and skills you will need for this course.

These qualifications are for anyone who works in or would like to work in retail. You don't need any previous experience or prior qualifications

Find out more about exams, assignments and assessments.

Multiple Choice Examination

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Name 5E LTD - SELBY CENTRE
Address SELBY ROAD
LONDON
HARINGEY
N17 8JL
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Email info@fivee.co.uk
Phone 0208 885 3456
Website https://www.fivee.co.uk/

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