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Free Level 2 Warehousing and Storage Training in Halesowen

CostFREE
Duration6 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Warehousing and Storage Principles Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Pilot Ims Halesowen, with daytime attendance over around 6 months. This warehousing and storage principles qualification covers the core knowledge you need to work in a warehouse or logistics environment, from stock handling and storage systems to health and safety. No prior qualifications are needed, though a Level 1 in literacy or equivalent is recommended. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right starting point and help plan your learning.

Who this course is for

This qualification is aimed at individuals who are interested in working within the logistics sectors, in particular a warehousing and storage environment.

Entry requirements

There are no prerequisites for this qualification, however it is recommended that learners have a minimum of level 1 in literacy or equivalent.

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16+.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how warehousing and storage operations work.
  • You'll learn how to handle, move, and store stock safely.
  • You'll know how to follow health and safety procedures in a warehouse environment.
  • You'll understand how to receive and dispatch goods correctly.
  • You'll learn how stock control and inventory management systems are used.
  • You'll understand the importance of workplace communication and teamwork in logistics settings.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Pilot Ims Halesowen, with flexible daytime sessions over approximately 6 months. Assessment is based on knowledge tests and written assignments covering the core units of the qualification. Your tutor will guide you through the material and support you in preparing for assessments.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Pilot Ims Halesowen will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and dispatching goods
  • Stores assistant: managing stock and inventory in a storage facility
  • Goods-in operative: receiving and checking incoming deliveries
  • Logistics assistant: supporting supply chain and distribution operations
  • Stock controller: monitoring and recording stock levels
  • Dispatch operative: preparing and sending outbound orders

What you could study next

Once you have your warehousing and storage principles certificate, you could move on to a Level 2 NVQ in Warehousing and Storage, which is assessed in the workplace and valued by employers for permanent roles. A forklift operator licence (RTITB or ITSSAR) is a practical next step that significantly widens the warehouse jobs available to you. At Level 3, a qualification in logistics or supply chain management opens doors to supervisory and team leader roles.

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