Study areas
Merchandising
If you have a creative mind and enjoy developing visual displays, a course in merchandising could give your retail career a kick start.
Retail Operations
Specialise in Retail Operations, where you can drive customer satisfaction and retail store efficiency.
Popular education and training courses
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SIR30116
Certificate III in Community Pharmacy
On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
SIR30216
Certificate III in Retail
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 15 months
$3,200 - $3,500
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
BSB60420
Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
Online
18 months
$4,595 - $8,568
- At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
- Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
BSB30120
Certificate III in Business (Customer Engagement)
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 15 months
$3,200 - $3,500
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
SHB50216
Diploma of Salon Management
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Demi International
Customer Experience: Elevate
Online
6 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Academy Xi
BSB40120
Certificate IV in Business (Leadership)
Online
15 months
$4,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Australian College
SIT30122
Certificate III in Tourism
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $10,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 10 more
SIR50116
Diploma of Retail Leadership
Blended, Traineeship
12 - 18 months
$4,250 - $4,500
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
BSB80320
Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 48 months
$0 - $31,250
- At least 5 years work experience in a related field OR
- Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above in related fields of study and 3 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience OR
- Completed Bachelor degree in related fields of study and 2 years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience.
+ 21 more
SIR20216
Certificate II in Retail Services
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $4,330
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 29 more
FNS41422
Certificate IV in General Insurance
On Campus, Online, Traineeship
7 - 36 months
$0 - $6,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
SHB30321
Certificate III in Nail Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 14 months
$0 - $10,255
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 19 more
SIR40316
Certificate IV in Retail Management
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $5,500
- Completed Certificate III in Retail or equivalent qualifications OR
- Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
+ 18 more
SIR10116
Certificate I in Retail Services
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 6 months
$0 - $1,885
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
SIR50317
Diploma of Retail Merchandise Management
Online
18 months
$4,950
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Training Education And Management Services
SHB20121
Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $4,880
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 14 more
SFL40115
Certificate IV in Floristry
Blended, On Campus
12 - 18 months
$0 - $8,640
- At least 12 months work experience in a related field OR
- Completed Certificate III in Floristry or equivalent qualifications
MST50119
Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising
On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $18,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
FSK20119
Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 18 months
$0 - $4,848
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 26 more
What type of course is right for me?
Vocational Education and Training
VET is designed to teach you workplace knowledge and practical learning to ensure you are job-ready in the skills employers need.
VET courses are nationally recognised and delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTO).
- Job-ready skills
- Nationally recognised qualification
- Shorter course durations
- Lower entry requirements
Higher Education
Higher education is focused on academic and theoretical studies and can lead to a broad range of professional careers.
Higher education courses are nationally recognised and delivered by universities.
- Broad career options
- Nationally recognised qualification
- Longer course durations
- Higher entry requirements
Industry Training
Industry training is designed with direct input from industry experts and employers, ensuring the content is relevant to current job market trends.
Industry courses do not lead to a formal qualification but many offer industry recognised certifications.
- Specialised skills
- Industry recognised
- Shorter course durations
- Lower entry requirements
More about retail courses
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.
Further reading
What can you do with a Certificate III in Retail?
13th October 2020
