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Certificate III in Retail

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Introduction

The Certificate III in Retail (SIR30216) is designed for individuals who want to develop practical, job-ready skills for roles in the retail industry. This nationally recognised qualification equips students to engage with customers, build loyalty, sell products, manage workplace health and safety, and contribute effectively to retail operations.
Graduates will be ready to work in a variety of retail settings including supermarkets, specialty stores, department stores, and online retail environments.

Who Should Enrol

This qualification is suited to people who:
  • want to begin a career in the retail industry,
  • are currently employed in a retail role and want to formalise or expand their skills,
  • are looking to gain practical experience in customer engagement, sales, and workplace teamwork, or
  • are seeking a pathway into further study in retail management or business.

Units of Competency

Students must complete 13 units of competency, consisting of 8 core units and 5 elective units.

Core Units

  • SIRXCEG001 – Engage the customer
  • SIRXCEG002 – Assist with customer difficulties
  • SIRXCEG003 – Build customer relationships and loyalty
  • SIRXCOM002 – Work effectively in a team
  • SIRXIND001 – Work effectively in a service environment
  • SIRXRSK001 – Identify and respond to security risks
  • SIRXSLS001 – Sell to the retail customer
  • SIRXWHS002 – Contribute to workplace health and safety

Elective Units (delivered by our RTO)

  • SIRXIND003 – Organise personal work requirements
  • SIRXHWB001 – Maintain personal health and wellbeing
  • CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
  • BSBXCM301 – Engage in workplace communication
  • BSBOPS304 – Deliver and monitor a service to customers

Course Delivery

This qualification is delivered through a flexible approach to suit different learner needs:
  • Face-to-face training in a classroom setting,
  • Blended delivery using virtual Zoom classrooms combined with in-person support, and/or
  • Online delivery with access to digital resources and trainer support.
All training includes a mixture of theory and practical components, supported by qualified trainers and individual learning assistance where required.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this qualification, students will be able to:
  • Engage with and build strong relationships with customers.
  • Handle customer complaints and difficulties effectively.
  • Sell products and services confidently to meet customer needs.
  • Contribute to workplace health and safety and security practices.
  • Work effectively in a retail team and service environment.
  • Apply organisational skills to manage personal work requirements.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers.
  • Contribute to delivering high-quality customer service.

Certification

Students who successfully complete this course will be awarded the SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail, a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
 

Upcoming Programs

Name Start Date End Date
Ulladulla - Certificate III in Retail - 1 day a week (Thursdays) 02/10/2025 26/03/2026
Bankstown - Sarina Russo - Certificate III Retail - 2 days a week face to face 17/11/2025 31/03/2026
Certificate III Retail Online Course - Self Paced 25/11/2025 31/12/2027
Batemans Bay - Certificate III in Retail - Tuesday - Rolling Start - 2026 01/01/2026 31/12/2026
Campbelltown - Certifcate III in Retail - Monday - Rolling Start - 2026 01/01/2026 31/12/2026
Goulburn - Certificate III in Retail - Monday - Rolling Start - 2026 01/01/2026 31/12/2026
Mount Druitt - Certificate III in Retail - Wednesday Rolling Start - 2026 01/01/2026 31/12/2026
Nowra - Certificate III in Retail - Tuesday - Rolling Start - 2026 01/01/2026 31/12/2026
Virtual Classroom (Zoom) - Certificate III In Retail - Wednesday Rolling Start - 2026 01/01/2026 31/12/2026
Wollongong - Certificate III in Retail - Thursday Rolling Start - 2026 01/01/2026 31/12/2026

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