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Free Level 1 Business and Retail Course in Corby

CostFREE
Duration208 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Business and Retail Course in Corby. Classes run at Workpays Corby, during the day with flexible study to fit around you. You'll build the knowledge needed to work in business and retail, covering the types of roles available and how to work effectively in that environment. The course runs for 208 hours in total. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. A good understanding of English is helpful, though you don't need a formal qualification to apply.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to work in a business and retail role. It will give you knowledge and understanding required to work in business and retail as well as exploring the types of jobs and tasks included within the role and how to work effectively within this environment.

Entry requirements

A desire to work within the business and retail industry in the future is important. You will require a good understanding of English at Level 1, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the types of jobs and tasks found in business and retail roles.
  • You'll learn how businesses and retail operations are organised and run.
  • You'll develop an understanding of how to work effectively in a retail or business environment.
  • You'll study customer service principles and how to meet customer needs.
  • You'll learn about workplace responsibilities, including health and safety in a retail setting.
  • You'll gain knowledge of stock handling, merchandising, and day-to-day retail tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Corby. Teaching covers both business knowledge and practical retail skills. Assessment is through assignments and tasks completed during the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and give feedback on your work as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Corby will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serving customers and handling sales on the shop floor.
  • Stock room assistant, managing deliveries, storage, and stock rotation.
  • Customer service advisor, handling queries in a retail or business setting.
  • Sales assistant, supporting customers and meeting sales targets in store.
  • Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and processing retail orders.
  • Receptionist, providing front-of-house support in a business environment.

What you could study next

Once you've completed this Level 1 qualification, you could move on to a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Retail or Business Administration. These qualifications go deeper into customer service, sales, and business operations, and are recognised by employers hiring for supervisory and team-leader roles. A Level 2 Functional Skills qualification in English or Maths can also strengthen your applications and open further training options.

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