Open Colleges
Certificate III in Retail
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Get the skills, knowledge and practical experience you need to start a career in the Retail sector, with Open Colleges’ SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail.
Why study this course?
- This course will take you from beginner to professional retail worker in a maximum of 12-months. You will get a solid education in the fundamentals of retail services and will graduate job ready.
- A structured work placement during your studies gives you practical experience in a real-world workplace where you can put your learning into practice and gain industry exposure.
- You will graduate with a nationally recognised qualification that you can use to gain work in several roles including: Sales Team Leader (Retail), Customer Service Representative, Retail Supervisor, Cashier, Sales Assistant, Team Leader, Retail Assistant.
- Studying with Open Colleges is fully flexible. You don’t have to give up your job or sacrifice your lifestyle to study. You simply login to the online campus to access all your learning materials, whenever and wherever you like, and make your way through the course at a pace that suits you.
- You will be supported through your studies by a team of experienced Trainers and Assessors, who are on hand to answer any questions you have and provide feedback on your progress.
Delivery mode
Open Colleges offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Retail will prepare you for the following roles.
Customer Service Representative
Customer Service Representatives interact with an organisation’s clients and customers, helping them with product enquiries, taking orders, and man...
Retail Assistant
A Retail Assistant helps customers in a retail environment such as a small shop or large department store. You might assist with enquiries, provide...
Cashier
A Cashier takes payments from customers and clients in a retail environment, an office or other setting. You might process transactions and provide...
Pharmacy Sales Assistant
A Pharmacy Sales Assistant processes retail sales in a pharmacy. You might receive prescriptions from customers and provide advice on non-prescript...
Retail Team Leader
A Retail Team Leader supervises a team of staff in a retail environment. You might work in a large department or grocery store or work in a special...
Bicycle Sales Assistant
A Bicycle Sales Assistant sells bikes and bike products to customers in a retail environment. You might work in a specialty bicycle store or in a l...
Retail Supervisor
A Retail Supervisor manages a team of staff working in a retail store. You might supervise workers in a particular department or be in charge of a...
About Open Colleges
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