Entry Level 3 Business and Retail Course in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth College Brixton Centre, part-time during the day. Fees vary depending on your circumstances, so the course may be free for some learners and fees may apply for others. The course runs over 18 weeks and covers the essentials of working in business and retail environments. Classes are timetabled during the day, making them manageable alongside other commitments.
Who this course is for
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about E3 Award in Business and Retail (Gateway). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2RET-E3AW-D-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)
Entry requirements
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about E3 Award in Business and Retail (Gateway). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2RET-E3AW-D-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth Coll...
What you will learn
You'll understand how businesses and retail operations work day to day.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
You'll develop skills in handling transactions and working at a till or service point.
You'll explore how retail stock and products are managed.
You'll build awareness of health, safety, and workplace responsibilities in a retail setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Lambeth College Brixton Centre. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and assess your progress as you go.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lambeth College Brixton Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sales assistant, serving customers and handling transactions in a shop
Retail team member, supporting stock, displays, and customer service
Cashier, processing payments at a till in a retail or hospitality setting
Customer service assistant, helping customers in a store or business
Stock room assistant, receiving and organising deliveries and inventory
Market stall or small business helper, supporting day-to-day trading
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Retail Skills: builds on what you've learned and covers more of the retail environment in depth.
Level 2 Certificate in Retail Skills: a stronger qualification that many employers look for when hiring for retail roles.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1: useful alongside any business or retail qualification and often needed for further study.
