Retail Apprenticeship

Most of the time you have to make a choice between studying for a qualification and having a job. With Apprenticeships you get the best of both worlds-a paid job and a training programme that leads to nationally recognised qualifications.

Apprenticeships are a combination of three qualifications; a theory based, an NVQ, and Key Skills. Apprentices will develop knowledge and skills specific to their employer and the products/services they offer.

A wide variety of skills are needed to complete the Retail Apprenticeship, including identifying customers and what they require, product knowledge, legislation and customer focus.

The Apprenticeship is achieved by completing the following City & Guilds qualifications:

• Level 2 Diploma in Retail Skills
• Key skills Communication level 1
• Key skills Application of Number level 1
• Level 2 Technical Certificate in Retail Skills

The Advanced Apprenticeship is achieved by completing the following City & Guilds qualifications:

• Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills
• Key skills Communication level 2
• Key skills Application of Number level 2
• Level 3 Technical Certificate in Retail Skills