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Free Level 1 Warehousing Training in Nottingham

CostFREE
Duration25 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 An Introduction to Warehousing Course in Nottingham. Classes run at DBC Training Nottingham, combining online study with daytime sessions at the centre. This free an introduction to warehousing course for adults covers the essentials of warehousing operations, giving you a grounding in how warehouses and logistics work. The course takes around 25 hours to complete. You'll need to be 19 or over, unemployed, and a British or EU citizen, or have lived in the UK for at least three years.

Who this course is for

Our Level 1 Certificate in an Introduction to Warehousing is designed to prepare learners for entry into the dynamic world of warehousing and logistics. Designed as a foundational step towards employment in the industry, this course equips you with essential knowledge and understanding of warehousing operations and career opportunities.

Entry requirements

  • 19+
  • Unemployed and not in full-time education
  • A British/EU citizen or have lived in the UK for 3 years or more

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how warehousing and logistics operations are organised.
  • You'll learn how goods are received, stored, and dispatched.
  • You'll explore the different roles and career opportunities available in warehousing.
  • You'll develop awareness of health and safety in a warehouse environment.
  • You'll gain knowledge of stock control and inventory processes.

How you will learn

Learning is blended. You'll complete some study online and attend daytime sessions at DBC Training Nottingham. Assessment is through knowledge-based tasks and activities that test your understanding of warehousing principles. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. DBC Training Nottingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and dispatching goods
  • Goods-in assistant: receiving and checking deliveries
  • Stock room assistant: managing inventory and storage
  • Logistics assistant: supporting distribution and supply chain teams
  • Dispatch operative: preparing and sending outbound orders

What you could study next

Once you have your Level 1 Certificate in an Introduction to Warehousing, a natural next step is the Level 2 Award in Warehouse and Storage Principles, which goes deeper into operations and is recognised by more employers. From there, you could work toward an NVQ in Warehousing and Storage, which is often required for supervisory or specialist roles in the sector.

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