DON'T MISS OUT - come along to our enrolment session this Thursday, 4 March at the Epping Campus, Building A, room 229 at 1.30pm. There'll be teaching staff on hand to answer all your questions!
This dual qualification provides the skills and knowledge to work within the retail sector in a range of outlets including specialty stores, department stores and pharmacies. The course covers a diverse range of competencies including customer service, merchandising products, stock control, using cash registers and EFTPOS. The dual qualification also includes ten pharmacy units which provide the skills and knowledge to understand the product range and the roles and responsibility of pharmacy assistants and pharmacists, and to provide appropriate product advice and/or referral.
This course will assist:
- People who wish to change career.
- People who have been absent for the workforce for a period of time and wish to refresh or acquire new skills.
- Secondary school leavers, in particular early school leavers.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: SIR20207/SIR20107
- Local Fees: fees and charges
Campus: Epping
Duration
Full-time: 14 weeks
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Students who successfully complete all units of competency will be eligible to apply for entry to Certificate III in Retail and Certificate III in Community Pharmacy.
Study Pathways at NMIT
Career Opportunities
Retailing is a growth industry. The Dual Certificate II in Retail and Certificate II in Community Pharmacy will increase opportunities to gain employment by developing the skills and experience required in the retail industry, particularly in pharmacies, as a Sales Assistant.
Entrance Requirements
There are no formal entrance requirements.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment is competency based. Competencies can be assessed in a variety of ways including tests, practical exercises, case studies, demonstrations, observation, role plays or assignments. Satisfactory completion of each competency will be required for the qualification.
Materials
Students will be required to purchase text books and notes. Booklists will be available on enrolment.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIRPDIS001A | Accept prescriptions and deliver medicine | N/A | Core |
| SIRPPKS001A | Support the sale of pharmacy and pharmacist only medicines | N/A | Core |
| SIRPPKS002A | Identify, locate and sell products related to allergies | N/A | Core |
| SIRPPKS003A | Identify, locate and sell analgesic and anti-inflammatory products | N/A | Core |
| SIRPPKS005A | Identify, locate and sell cough and cold products | N/A | Core |
| SIRPPKS006A | Identify, locate and sell eye and oral care products | N/A | Core |
| SIRPPKS007A | Identify, locate and sell products for gastro-intestinal conditions | N/A | Core |
| SIRPPKS008A | Identify, locate and sell first aid wound care products | N/A | Core |
| SIRPPKS009A | Identify, locate and sell products for skin and fungal conditions | N/A | Core |
| SIRXCCS001A | Apply point of sale handling procedures | N/A | Core |
| SIRXCCS002A | Interact with Customers | N/A | Core |
| SIRXCLM001A | Organise and maintain work areas | N/A | Core |
| SIRXCOM001A | Communicate in the Workplace | N/A | Core |
| SIRXFIN001A | Balance point of sale terminal | N/A | Core |
| SIRXICT001A | Operate retail technology | N/A | Core |
| SIRXIND001A | Work Effectively in a Retail Environment | N/A | Core |
| SIRXINV001A | Perform stock control procedures | N/A | Core |
| SIRXMER001A | Merchandise products | N/A | Core |
| SIRXOHS001A | Apply safe working practices | N/A | Core |
| SIRXRPK001A | Recommend health and nutritional products and services | N/A | Core |
| SIRXRPK002A | Recommend hair, beauty and cosmetic products and services | N/A | Core |
| SIRXRSK001A | Minimise Theft | N/A | Core |
| SIRXSLS001A | Sell products and services | N/A | Core |
| SIRXSLS002A | Advise on products and services | N/A | Core |
