Free Level 2 BTEC Warehousing and Storage Training in Market Harborough
CostFREE
Duration110 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 2 BTEC Certificate in Warehousing and Storage Principles course in Market Harborough. Classes run at Workpays Market Harborough. You'll cover the knowledge and skills needed to work in warehousing and distribution, including the types of roles, day-to-day tasks, and how to operate effectively in a warehouse environment. The course runs over 110 hours with flexible daytime attendance. You'll want to be working at around Level 2 in maths and English before you start.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for people looking to work in a warehousing and distribution role. It will give you knowledge and understanding required to work in warehousing 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 basic level of maths and English and a desire to learn about and work within the warehousing Industry. Ideally, you will already have qualifications at Level 2 or are able to show working ability at Level 2.
What you will learn
You'll understand how warehousing and distribution operations are organised and managed.
You'll learn the key tasks and responsibilities of warehouse operative roles.
You'll explore health and safety requirements in a warehouse environment.
You'll study how to handle, move, and store goods correctly.
You'll learn about stock control and inventory management processes.
You'll understand how to work effectively as part of a warehouse team.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom setting at Workpays Market Harborough, with flexible daytime attendance across 110 hours. Assessment is through assignments and knowledge-based tasks that reflect real warehousing and distribution scenarios. You'll complete work that demonstrates your understanding of warehouse operations, health and safety, and stock handling. There are no exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Market Harborough will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and dispatching goods
Stock controller: managing inventory levels and records
Goods-in operative: receiving and checking incoming deliveries
Distribution centre operative: sorting and routing stock for delivery
Stores assistant: handling and organising stock in a stores environment
Logistics operative: supporting the movement of goods across a supply chain
What you could study next
Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Warehousing and Storage Operations: puts your practical on-the-job skills on paper and is valued by employers looking for evidence of hands-on competence.
Level 3 Award or Certificate in Warehousing and Storage: moves you toward supervisory and team-leader roles in distribution and logistics.
Forklift operator licence (RTITB or ITSSAR): a separate licence-based qualification many warehouse employers require for counterbalance or reach truck operation.
