Please note that all courses are subject to a minimum number in order to run
About the course
This course is designed to equip learners with the foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for effective warehousing and storage operations. By understanding the intricacies of receiving, storing, processing, and dispatching goods, learners will be able to contribute to the efficiency and safety of warehouse environments. Additionally, the inclusion of customer service principles ensures that learners appreciate the importance of meeting customer needs, which is critical for maintaining client satisfaction and fostering long-term business relationships.
By integrating time management, health and safety, and communication skills, the course also aims to develop well-rounded professionals who can manage their responsibilities effectively, work safely, and communicate proficiently in a warehousing context. This holistic approach not only prepares learners for immediate roles within the industry but also lays a foundation for their ongoing professional development and career progression.
Entry requirements
Learners must be unemployed and in receipt of benefit or earning under £25,000 per annum
Must have a National Insurance number
Must have been a UK resident for the last 3 years or proof of right to education
How much does it cost?
Free if you are unemployed and receiving benefit or earning under £25,000 per annum
Who is it suitable for?
Adult learners who aspire to work within a warehouse and storage environment.
Awarding Body
Gateway
CACHE NCFE
Where will this course take me?
Various employers come in to the course to talk about current opportunities at the time of delivery
- Warehouse operative
- Warehouse Team Leader
- warehouse picker/ packer
Core modules
Certificate in the Principles of Warehousing and Storage
- Introduction to Warehousing and Storage
- Understand how to receive and store goods
- Understand how to process orders and prepare them for dispatch
- Understand how to check stock and update records
- Customer service in warehousing and storage
Award in progression
Time management
Health and Safety in a Practical Environment
Communication skills for work
How will I be assessed?
Assessed through activities in class and continuous feedback given. Evidenced through completion of project workbook, written assignment and practical observation.
Will I have to provide anything?
N/A
I'm interested. What should I do now?
Call 01279 868173 and speak with an advisor, pop into our Bright Futures centre to speak to our team or fill out the expression of interest form below.
