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Retail trade

About this industry

The retail trade industry is one of the biggest sectors in Australia and employs 10% of Australians. Retail includes pharmacies, supermarkets, florists and many more. The retail trade sector is diverse and in demand and covers all work relating to buying and selling goods to the public. This can take place from a physical store or online.

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Within this industry, there are 37 courses offered by 82 providers across 1386 locations

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Full qualification
A VET qualification will broaden your skills in a specialised area and give you the practical experience you'll need for the workplace. It will train you to design, plan and execute the practical and technical aspects of your field within an industry context. Certificates I?IV generally take from six months to two years to complete full time; diploma courses typically take one or two years and advanced diplomas usually take between 18 months to two years.
Apprenticeship
An apprenticeship combines practical skills learnt on the job with an employer and formal learning from an approved provider. As an apprentice, you'll spend three to four years learning a traditional trade and gaining a qualification, usually a Certificate III or IV. Typically you?ll work four days a week, and attend formal training one day a week.
Traineeship
A traineeship combines practical skills learnt on the job with an employer and formal learning from an approved provider. A traineeship will take you one to three years to complete, depending on your industry and qualification. Typically you?ll work four days a week, and attend formal training one day a week.
Short Course
A part-qualification is a short course made up of subjects from a nationally recognised VET qualification. You may receive a Statement of Attainment when you complete a part qualification. If you successfully complete a part qualification, you can build on that learning to complete a full qualification at Certificate I, II, III or IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma levels.
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  1. (37) Full qualification
  2. (8) Certificate II
  3. (19) Certificate III
  4. (7) Certificate IV
  5. (3) Diploma
  6. (37) NSW Fee Free

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Certificate III in Retail

Course ID: SIR30216
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$5,600.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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5 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations

Course ID: TLI30321
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$6,410.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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6 - 8 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Course ID: AUR30620
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$14,680.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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11 - 12 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Course ID: SHB50121
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$14,680.00
You could pay: $0.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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15 - 16 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate III in Competitive Systems and Practices

Course ID: MSS30316
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$5,870.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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5 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate II in Retail Services

Course ID: SIR20216
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$3,740.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $160.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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4 - 5 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate II in Supply Chain Operations

Course ID: TLI20421
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$4,270.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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4 - 5 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate IV in Supply Chain Operations

Course ID: TLI40321
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$7,470.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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8 - 9 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate IV in Retail Management

Course ID: SIR40316
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$5,600.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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4 - 5 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Course ID: AUR31120
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$18,400.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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14 - 15 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate III in Floristry

Course ID: SFL30115
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$8,810.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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11 - 12 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics

Course ID: SHB20116
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Cost
Standard course fee:
$4,530.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $160.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.

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5 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
  • Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
  • Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
  • Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.

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How long will it take to complete this qualification?

Short Course

All short courses are currently shown as under 4 months duration, based on the Department of Education's internal data analysis. Ask your provider for more information.

Qualification

Duration information is based on 20 hours of class time per week and uses aggregated data reported to the Department by Smart and Skilled providers.

Apprenticeships and Traineeships

The duration indicates contract term which includes both formal training and full-time employment under a training contract. This is based on aggregated data reported to the Department by Smart and Skilled providers. Click here for more information about doing an apprenticeship or traineeship and ask your provider for guidance on your individual circumstances.