Retail Services Courses Online
Take control of your career in the fast-moving retail sector by studying an accredited retail qualification. Seek your first role or step up into management in style with courses that cover everything from retail sales, stock management and merchandising through to planning, effective leadership and advanced retail strategy.
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Job Pathways
Here are some potential career pathways within retail. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Popular Retail Courses
There are 25 courses available for people who want a career in Retail.
BSB40320
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Independent Contractor
Franchisee
Small Business Owner
Cafe or Restaurant Manager
Office Manager
Store Manager
Retail Team Leader
Retail Supervisor
Department Manager
Retail Manager
If you need business skills to launch your startup or open a new business try the BSB40320 Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business. This nationally recognised qualification will help you develop a business plan and establish the level of risk management, compliance and financing required to get your business off the ground. The course covers: financial planning, marketing new business ventures, recruitment and onboarding, product promotion, customer service strategies. Enquire now for the list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and enrolment centres near you. Learn more.
SHB30221
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Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
Retail Assistant
Makeup Artist
Do you love make-up and cosmetics? With the nationally recognised SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up you could become a specialist make-up artist and work in beauty salons, day spas, or even film and TV. The course delivers specialist skills in creative make-up design for events, special occasions and photography, but you can also choose electives that will broaden your service offerings. Options include: spray tanning, waxing, recommending and selling beauty products, lash and brow treatments, creating a business plan, setting up a beauty business, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, availability of specialist electives, and upcoming course enrolment dates. Learn more.
SHB30321
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Retail Assistant
Nail Technician
Beautician
Become a qualified nail technician with the SHB30321 Certificate III in Nail Technology. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to deliver a full range of nail services including manicures, pedicures, acrylic nail enhancements, and nail art. You’ll graduate job-ready with the skills you need to sell beauty products, process transactions, communicate with customers, and keep the nail salon hygienic and clean. Enquire now for the full list of study units, nail service competencies, and enrolment centres near you that offer this course. Learn more.
MSF40122
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Junior Interior Designer
Interior Designer
Interior Stylist
Colour Consultant
Fashion Merchandiser
Get started in interior decorating with the MSF40122 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to design colour schemes and decorate residential houses. The course covers: producing drawings to communicate ideas, 2D and 3D modelling, technical drawing, exploring the use of colour, history and theory of design, generating design solutions, and much more. There is also scope to work with interior lighting, furnishings, window coverings and merchandising displays. Enquire now for the full list of study units, career competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.
MSF50222
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Design Coordinator
Junior Interior Designer
Interior Designer
Interior Stylist
Colour Consultant
Fashion Merchandiser
Get the skills you need for an exciting career in interior decorating with the MSF50222 Diploma of Interior Design. This 2 year course can be completed at a number of modern design campuses with options for accelerated learning. You will be studying all facets of interior design including colour schemes, lighting, design briefs, project documentation, 2D and 3D modelling — in residential or commercial settings. Graduate with a materials and finishes board to present to prospective employers or clients. Learn more.
BSB30120
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Customer Service Assistant
Customer Service Representative
Get the skills you need to take care of customer service with the BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Customer Engagement). This nationally recognised qualification delivers communication, critical thinking and teamwork skills as well as customer specific competencies in marketing, social media, sales, and complaint resolution. Graduate ready for work on the help desk or better able to support your own work team. Enquire now for the full list of study units, graduation competencies, and enrolment opportunities. Learn more.
SHB30121
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Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
Waxing Therapist
Nail Technician
Retail Assistant
Beautician
Makeup Artist
A SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services provides students with broad skills and knowledge for success in a range of beauty industry roles. You will gain practical beauty skills including nails, waxing, lash and brows and basic make-up, while also learning about customer service, client consulting and product selection. This course is a pathway to jobs as a nail technician, cosmetic assistant, beautician or make-up artist in a busy salon. Learn more.
MST20616
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Fashion Merchandiser
Fashion Design Assistant
Milliner Assistant
Design Assistant
Get started in the fashion industry with a Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology (MST20616). In this nationally recognised qualification you’ll be drawing and interpreting basic sketches, using a sewing machine for fashion design, as well as modifying patterns to create basic styles. Completed on-campus over 1 year you’ll graduate ready to assist a chief fashion designer or milliner.
Enquire now for the full course brochure, eligibility for government subsidies, and a list of training centres. Learn more.
MST60119
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Fashion Designer
Retail Manager
Senior Merchandiser
The MST60119 Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising is for production and design specialists in the TCF (textile, clothing and footwear) industries. Over 12-18 months of study you will learn all aspects of TCF quality management as well as fashion industry trends and innovations, TCF fibre and fabric performance, presenting a design concept, estimating production costs, TCF computing technologies. Graduate with a range of fashion business and technical production skills. Enquire now for the full list of study units, specialisation electives, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.
AUR31020
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Parts Interpreter
Car Salesman
Service Advisor
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. Learn more.
SIR50217
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Visual Merchandiser
The SIR50217 Diploma of Visual Merchandising will teach you how to create stunning merchandise displays at fashion outlets, department stores, and supermarkets. Over 12-18 months of hands-on training you will be learning the principles of colour and design theory, then designing and installing a range of merchandise displays and signage. The course covers: concept drawings, 2D and 3D modelling, setting targets and metrics for each display, in-house safety. Enquire now for the list of study choices, entry requirements, and enrolment dates. Learn more.
MST40219
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Fashion Merchandiser
Further your career in the fashion industry with the Certificate IV in Clothing Production. This course is designed for people with experience with garment production who want to expand their skills and kick start their career. You’ll learn about the history of fashion design and look at current and future trends in the clothing industry. Whether you want to work in retail, as a designer or in garment production, this course will extend your skills in this exciting industry.
The Certificate IV in Clothing Production covers a broad range of topics. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including sewing design prototypes, applying principles of colour theory and creating patterns to meet design prototypes. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates. Learn more.
MST40519
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Fashion Merchandiser
A Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising is a great way to start your career in fashion. Whether you want to work as a fashion designer, a retail merchandiser or an alterations specialist, this course will give you the practical and theoretical skills you need. You’ll learn to work effectively in a range of fashion design roles and examine issues currently affecting the industry.
The Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising addresses various topics relevant to the fashion industry, such as design principles, fabric supply and fashion forecasting. Course delivery may vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including identifying fibres, fabrics and textiles, producing a whole garment from specifications and applying principles of colour theory. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates. Learn more.
MSF31018
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Fashion Merchandiser
Get a job selling blinds, awnings, and other interior decorations with the MSF31018 Certificate III in Interior Decoration Retail Services. This nationally recognised training course delivers both technical and design skills and you’ll graduate with working knowledge of a wide range of interior decoration products including floor coverings, furnishings, blinds, awnings, modular kitchens, and bathrooms. The course also covers: customer service, CAD applications, taking measurements and calculations, using colour, job costings, and sales skills. Enquire now for the list of study units, entry requirements, and enrolment availabilities. Learn more.
MST30119
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Fashion Merchandiser
A Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production is the qualification you need to kick start a career in fashion. You’ll learn foundation skills for clothing production including pattern making, sewing and producing a range of garments. You’ll explore fabric choices, cutting techniques and finishing and alteration skills.
The Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production covers a range of subjects relevant to fashion and clothing production. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including drawing and interpreting a basic sketch, identifying fabric performance and handling requirements and embellishing garments by hand or machine. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates.
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CUA40720
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Digital Designer
Illustrator
Fashion Merchandiser
Graphic Designer
Junior Graphic Designer
The CUA40720 Certificate IV in Design will teach you the fundamentals of good design and prepare yourself for a whole range of creative careers. Over 12-18 months of study you will develop your critical and creative thinking skills, integrate colour theory and design processes, and realise a creative project. The course also covers: creative collaborations, 2D and 3D modelling, graphic design. Graduate with a portfolio of work ready to present to employers or clients. Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements, and enrolment centres near you. Learn more.
HLTSS00065
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Retail Assistant
This nationally recognised training is designed to help businesses and individuals build their COVID-SAFE operating plans.
Students will learn to follow organisational infection prevention and control policies and procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and respond to infection risks in organisations operating in the retail industry. Learn more.
SIR30216
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Customer Service Assistant
Cashier
Retail Assistant
Gain advanced selling skills with the Certificate III in Retail (Food Speciality) (SIR30216). This nationally recognised training course qualifies you for work in supermarkets, delis, fruit and vegetable stores, coffee shops, and other food retailers. Over 12 months of face-to-face study you will learn how to build customer relationships and sell to retail customers — as well as the essential aspects of food safety, storage, and handling.
Enquire now for the next enrolment dates, and if you are eligible for government funded training. Learn more.
SIR20216
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Retail Assistant
Customer Service Representative
Cashier
Customer Service Assistant
Fast Food Assistant
Enrol in the Certificate II in Retail Services (Food Speciality) (SIR20216) if you want to work in a coffee shop, deli, supermarket, or food retail outlet. This nationally recognised course teaches you the fundamentals of food safety, storage, and handling — as well as how to sell food and process financial transactions. Graduate job-ready, with the confidence to join the workforce in food retail.
Enquire now for the latest training dates and your eligibility for subsidised training. Learn more.
MST30819
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Fashion Merchandiser
Fashion Design Assistant
Design Assistant
Milliner Assistant
The MST30819 Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology qualifies you for design and production roles in the fashion industry. The course begins with essential workplace safety, quality standards, and hands-on skills for identifying fibres, fabrics and textiles. You’ll then choose a specialisation area based on your career aspirations or existing job role. Choose from: fashion design, clothing technician, digital embroidery, or digital printing. The course also delivers generalist technical skills in sewing and garment construction. Enquire now for the list of study units, specialisation availability, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.
MST50119
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Design Assistant
Fashion Design Assistant
Fashion Merchandiser
Become a TCF design assistant or product developer with the MST50119 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising. This nationally recognised qualification delivers a mix of skills in fashion design, product development, fashion business, and marketing. The course covers: quality standards, identifying suitable fibres and fabrics, understanding fabric performance and handling, interacting and networking with fashion industry identities, TCF computing technologies, analysing fit models, contour draping, fashion illustrations. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, graduation outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.
SHB20121
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Retail Assistant
Would you would love a job at a pharmacy, department store, or salon selling cosmetics? How about the SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics? This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to recommend and sell beauty products, skincare products, and cosmetics. During your course you will learn how to design and apply makeup, create merchandising displays, communicate with customers, and carry out financial transactions. There is even scope to use Facebook and Instagram as sales tools. Enquire now to learn more about how to enrol in this exciting course and begin your career in the beauty industry. Learn more.
SIR10116
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Customer Service Representative
Retail Assistant
The Certificate I in Retail Services SIR10116 is an entry level certificate for students or new workers needing the basic skills to work with customers in a shop or other retail service environment. The course gives students the opportunity to plan a career in retail while gaining an understanding of teamwork, their personal work responsibilities, and how to use digital technologies. Enquire today for a unit list and funding opportunities. Learn more.
SIR20216
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Customer Service Representative
Retail Assistant
Get started in retail with this entry-level Certificate II in Retail Services (SIR20216). This course delivers a range of job skills essential for working in a service environment including communication, personal presentation, time management, as well as identifying and responding to security risks. You’ll graduate able to confidently engage with customers and help them choose different products and services. Enquire now for funding opportunities and how to enrol. Learn more.
SIR50116
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Department Manager
Retail Manager
Store Manager
Retail Team Leader
Franchisee
Small Business Owner
Cafe or Restaurant Manager
Cluster Manager
The Diploma of Retail Leadership (SIR50116) is perfect for retail business owners or departmental managers wanting to learn business sales strategies to deliver profitable results. The course is made up of 10 units with an overall focus on retail strategic planning and the leadership skills that drive profitability. Students gain real skills in managing budgets, reducing labour costs and implementing activities that improve the overall financial performance of the business. To enrol in this course students must already hold a Certificate IV in Retail Management or have relevant work experience and employment history (to be deterimined by your chosen course provider).
The Diploma of Retail Leadership (SIR50116) is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Retail Services Training Package. Learn more.
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