Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (ILA) in Retail

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Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (ILA) in Retail

The College of West Anglia
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This course is for those who wish to gain a recognised qualification, are employed in a retail environment and can demonstrate competence gained in retail industry.

OCR Level 2 Certificate in Retail Skills There is 1 mandatory unit. The qualification is designed to cater for any retail environment and consists of many optional units.

City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge
Candidates must complete 4 units:
- Understanding customer service in the retail sector
- Understanding how a retail business maintains health and safety on its premises
- Understanding the retail selling process
- Understanding how individuals and teams contribute to the effectiveness of a retail business
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This course is for those who wish to gain a recognised qualification, are employed in a retail environment and can demonstrate competence gained in retail industry.

OCR Level 2 Certificate in Retail Skills There is 1 mandatory unit. The qualification is designed to cater for any retail environment and consists of many optional units.

City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge
Candidates must complete 4 units:
- Understanding customer service in the retail sector
- Understanding how a retail business maintains health and safety on its premises
- Understanding the retail selling process
- Understanding how individuals and teams contribute to the effectiveness of a retail business
There is a multiple choice exam for this qualification.

Functional skills in English and maths are delivered at designated hubs at the chosen campus.

End Qualification:

- OCR Level 2 Certificate in Retail Skills
- City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge (including a workbook)
- Functional skills in English and maths at level 1
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

You will be assessed on your potential to achieve the apprenticeship. The assessment will depend upon the level and range of activities you will be undertaking in the workplace.

You may need to undergo an initial assessment of your English and maths skills in which you are required to be working at or towards level 1.

You must be of a minimum age of 16 subject to funding and statutory variations to be eligible for an apprenticeship programme.

At the start of your apprenticeship programme you will need to be employed by a suitable and appropriate employer for at least 16 hours a week. You will also need to have been a resident in the EU for at least 3 years.

Commitment and motivation are necessary to complete the course.

Assessment:

The certificate is assessed in the workplace through building a portfolio of evidence such as observations, personal statements and witness testimonies from a line manager/supervisor.

Progression from this course:

Progression to the advanced apprenticeship in team leading or customer service may be available upon completion, depending on your job role. To achieve the advanced level you must be in a supervisory role within a retail environment.

Locations:

Workplace - n/a

Duration:

18 Months

Start times:

Various times throughout the year.

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the apprenticeship application form

Course Costs:

There are currently no fees payable by young people on Apprenticeship programmes. Fees may be payable by the employer where the candidate is 19 or older. Details available on request.

Additional Information:

Call the apprenticeships team on 01553 815280 or e-mail apprenticeships@col-westanglia.ac.uk

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