The OCNLR Entry 3 Certificate in Progression for Retail is designed to provide learners with foundational knowledge and skills needed for entry-level roles in the retail sector.
The course covers key topics such as:
- Customer Service
- Retail Operations
- Handling Payments
- Stock Management
- Workplace Communication.
It also includes personal development and employability skills to enhance career prospects. Through a mix of practical activities and theoretical learning, students gain confidence in working within a retail environment, preparing them for further study or employment in the industry.
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Entry requirements
- Young people who show an interest in wanting to improve their English and Maths skills.
- An interview with a member of staff from the Access to FE team plus a good reference from school/college is mandatory.
- Students will be expected to commit to the course and display good attendance and punctuality.
- Young people who show an interest in wanting to improve their English and Maths skills.
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Who is the course for?
This course is for students who are interested in boosting their English, Maths and personal skills. Students who are unsure of what they want to do in the future.
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Study methods
Study methods include lectures, practical, workshops and research.
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How is the course assessed?
Candidates have to collect a portfolio of evidence. Assessment consists of both performance and knowledge evidence.
Performance evidence is through direct observation of the candidate, products or outcomes of the candidate’s work, such as items that have been produced or worked on.
Evidence can also take the form of witness statements, assessor observations or authenticated reports, records or photographs of the work or activity.
Candidates should be capable of combining the various features and techniques to be successful in the assessment.
Where the candidate’s knowledge and understanding (and the handling of contingency situations) is not apparent from performance evidence, it will be assessed by oral questioning and/or written questions and answers and practical demonstrations.
Functional Skills Maths and English will be assessed through exams. -
More information
This course will be delivered in our brand new facilities at Barra Hall.
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Where Next – Further Studies
Learners can continue in Supported Learning which has a range of options for progression.
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
