Car Salesman Courses
Car Salesmen assist customers in purchasing vehicles, providing advice, demonstrating features, organising finance, and processing transactions.
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Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Car Salesman
Get qualified to work as a Car Salesman with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
AUR21120
Get the retail skills you need to thrive in the Australian automotive industry with the AUR21120 Certificate II in Automotive Sales. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the legal and safety requirements of an automotive workplace and allows you to specialise in either service station sales, bicycle sales, or outdoor power equipment. Whatever your choice you’ll gain skills in customer service, stock control, payment processing, and basic problem solving. Like to know more? Enquire no...
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AUR31020
Duration
3 months - 4 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Learn to sell vehicles, spare parts, and services with the AUR31020 Certificate III in Automotive Sales. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that delivers the real-world skills you need to work and succeed in an automotive workshop and sales floor. This course covers workplace safety, customer service and complaints, processing sales, communication, stock control and warehousing. Enquire now for the course outline, training dates, and information about how to enrol.
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Duration
3 months - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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AUR31020
The AUR31020 Certificate III in Automotive Sales (Vehicle Salesperson) equips individuals to undertake sales duties within automotive retail, service, or repair sectors. This qualification prepares them for roles as vehicle or motorcycle salespersons, focusing on sales-related responsibilities.
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How much does a Car Salesman earn?
In Australia, a full time Car Salesman generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Car Salesman?
The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 37,900 people employed as a Car Salesman in Australia compared to 35,000 five years ago. Car Salesmen may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Car Salesman?
If a career as a Car Salesman interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Automotive Sales. You’ll develop the skills to sell vehicles, automotive spare parts and car services. This course covers topics including customer service, communication, workplace safety, dealing with complaints, processing sales and stock control.
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A Car Salesman assists customers who are purchasing a vehicle. You might work in a new car showroom or in a used vehicles lot. Car Salesmen might speak with customers to work out their needs and provide advice on available vehicles. You might demonstrate car features or take customers for test drives. You might organise finance and process sales transactions.
Car Salesmen should be good at interacting with other people and have a strong focus on customer service. You’ll need to be knowledgeable about automotive vehicles and be able to respond to customer needs. Communication skills are important and you’ll need to be able to work as part of a team.
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