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Certificate III in Retail

SIR30216

Certificate III in Retail

Career opportunities

This course provides an industry-recognised qualification with multiple career opportunities such as: 

Frontline sale assistants

Customer service representative

Shop assistant

Retail supervisor

Team leader

About the qualification

When gaining competency in this qualification, you will have the primary responsibility of engaging the customer, maintaining daily store operations and delivering on organisational expectations. You will gain sound knowledge of product and service offerings.

Some individuals working at this level are responsible for supervising other team members and monitoring day-to-day workplace operations.

You may gain work in a diverse range of retail settings including specialty retailers, supermarkets, department stores and quick service restaurants.

Course overview

Duration

12 months

location
  • Australian Capital Territory
  • New South Wales
  • Northern Territory
  • Queensland
  • South Australia
  • Tasmania
  • Victoria
  • Western Australia
Next intake

Now

Delivery

This qualification is delivered using a blended learning
format that includes online and hard copy materials.
Delivery modes include distance education, facilitated
remote or face to face support by a qualified trainer,
face to face training room based or on the job Learners
can enrol in one or more units as a skill set as required
for their personal development, workplace requirements
or compliance.

Fees and
funding assistance

$4,100


Eligible students may be able to access government-funded training programs. Eligibility is based on factors such as residency, age, employment status, and the course you choose. During the application process, our team will review your circumstances and advise you on any available funding opportunities to help reduce your course costs.

Course requirements

A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is mandatory for all students undertaking nationally recognised training in Australia, including courses delivered by Sureway Skills Training. If you don’t have one, we can help you apply during the enrolment process.

Course code

SIR30216

What you’ll study

8

Core units

5

Elective units

13

Total number of units

All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

CORE UNITS FOR SIR30216 CERTIFICATE III IN RETAIL

SIRXCEG001

Engage the customer

W

SIRXCEG002

Assist with customer difficulties

W

SIRXCEG003

Build customer relationships and loyalty

W

SIRXCOM002

Work effectively in a team

W

SIRXIND001

Work effectively in a service environment

W

SIRXRSK001

Identify and respond to security risks

W

SIRXSLS001

Sell to the retail customer

W

SIRXWHS002

Contribute to workplace health and safety

W

Elective units

SIRRINV001

Receive & handle retail stock

W

SIRRMER001

Produce visual merchandise displays

W

SIRXIND002

Organise & maintain the store environment

W

SIRXMKT001

Support marketing and promotional activities

W

SIRXIND003

Organise personal work requirements

W

W

Frequently Asked Questions

Delivered online with potential in-person components; confirm with SST for specifics.

Regular engagement with course materials and timely completion of assessments are expected.

A computer with internet access is necessary for online components.

Yes, practical placement is often required; verify with SST for details.

Approximately 12 months.

Possibility exists; discuss with SST for available options.