Open Awards
    Entry Level
    QN: 603/6221/2
    Curriculum Active

    Open Awards Entry Level Award in Retail Skills (Entry 3) (RQF)

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 220 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Entry Level
    Awarding Body
    Open Awards
    Syllabus Units
    8 Units
    Guided Hours
    220 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Displaying Merchandise

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about stocking displays
    • Know about common types of in-store fixtures
    • Be able to display goods
    2

    Exploring Opportunities in Retail

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about different job/voluntary roles available in the retail sector
    • Know about own skills and attributes in relation to retail
    3

    Handling Money in a Sales Situation

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to handle money in a sales situation
    • Know the purpose of a float
    • Be able to take a cash payment
    • Be able to calculate takings
    4

    Handling Payments in a Sales Situation

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to handle money in a sales situation
    • Know the purpose of a float
    • Be able to take a cash payment
    • Be able to take a cashless payment
    • Be able to calculate takings
    5

    Handling Stock in a Retail Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to unpack and move stock
    • Be able to store stock safely
    • Be able to fill up stock on display
    6

    Introduction to Retail Skills

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Recognise good retail practice in a sales area.
    • Recognise what constitutes good customer care.
    • Recognise how to make a sale.
    • Recognise how to work safely.
    7

    Keeping a Retail Environment Clean, Tidy and Safe

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to clean work areas
    • Know how to ask for help in an accident or emergency
    8

    Looking after Customers in a Retail Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to project a positive impression of self/company to customers
    • Be able to communicate with customers
    • Know how to deal with customer enquiries

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/6221/2
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    Open Awards
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Aug 2020