Working in Retail

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
R/504/7617
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Know about different types of retail outlets.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify different types of retail outlets in terms of
    a) size
    b) core functions (e.g. a supermarket, a fashion outlet, a market stall)
    c) locations (e.g. a high street, an airport).
2 — Know about different jobs in the retail sector.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Outline different jobs available in the retail sector.
  • 2.2
    Identify some entry-level jobs, suitable for someone starting out in the retail sector.
3 — Know the skills needed to work effectively in the retail sector.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Identify the key skills needed to be successful in the retail sector.
4 — Be able to assess own suitability for working in retail.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    State some of the skills, important to retail workers, that they already have.
  • 4.2
    Identify skills they will need to develop if they are to be successful in the retail sector.