Free Level 2 Warehousing Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your schedule without travelling to a centre. You'll study the principles of warehousing and storage, covering how warehouse operations work, stock control, health and safety, and the responsibilities of warehouse staff. The course typically takes 3 weeks. It suits anyone already working in a warehouse who wants to formalise their knowledge, as well as those looking to move into the sector. There are no specific prior qualifications required; you'll need a tablet, laptop, or PC to complete the online study.
Who this course is for
Must be 19+
Receiving one of the following benefits: Job Seekers Allowance, Universal Credit, Employment Support Allowance
Employed on a low wage
To complete an online course, you will need either a tablet, laptop or PC
Entry requirements
They are also suitable for anyone already working who wishes to formalise and further develop their existing experience and skills
In addition, these qualifications provides a basis for those who may wish to progress to further study and development.
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for these qualifications. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved an Entry Level 3 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll understand how warehouse operations are organised and managed.
You'll learn about stock control processes and inventory management.
You'll understand health and safety responsibilities in a warehouse environment.
You'll learn about the movement and storage of goods.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of warehouse staff.
You'll learn about relevant legislation and compliance requirements in warehousing.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through course materials at your own pace on a tablet, laptop, or PC. Assessment is based on written assignments or knowledge-based questions completed online. You submit your work digitally, and it is assessed against the qualification requirements for the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Warehousing and Storage.
What you will need to bring
You'll need a tablet, laptop, or PC to access and complete the online course. Talented Training York Place 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 deliveries
Warehouse team leader: supervising day-to-day warehouse tasks
Logistics assistant: supporting supply chain and distribution operations
Stores person: managing stock in a retail or industrial setting
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Forklift Truck Operations: adds a practical licence to your warehousing qualification, opening more roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Logistics Operations: moves into supervisory and management-level warehouse work.
Level 2 NVQ in Warehousing and Storage: a competence-based qualification that demonstrates practical on-the-job skills to employers.
