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Warehousing and Storage Level 1
NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage
LARS Code: 60172848
Integrated Skills & Inclusions
Functional Maths
Functional English
Digital Skills
QUALIFICATION
Level 1 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage
COURSE DURATION
8 Weeks – Full Time
Monday-Friday
COST
FREE, Fully Funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority
LOCATIONS
B8 1LY
B18 4EJ
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates must be:
- Aged 19+
- A West Midlands resident
- Must be earning less than £34,500 if employed or self-employed
- Living in the UK for over 3 years, or have Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK
- Individuals under the Ukrainian settlement or similar scheme are also eligible
Purpose & Overview
This qualification is designed for learners who want to enter the logistics and warehousing sector. It develops knowledge of health and safety, stock handling, goods movement, storage processes and workplace responsibilities within warehouse environments.
It supports progression into entry-level roles in distribution centres, storage facilities and supply chain operations.
Mandatory Units
- Health and Safety in the Workplace
This unit builds essential awareness of safe working practices within warehouse and storage environments
Optional Units
Learners must achieve additional credits from optional units, which may include:
- Maintain the Cleanliness of Equipment in Logistics Operations
- Keep Stock at Required Levels in a Logistics Environment
- Keep Work Areas Clean in a Logistics Environment
- Moving or Handling Goods Manually in Logistics Facilities
- Pick Goods in a Logistics Environment
- Wrap and Pack Goods in a Logistics Environment
- Operate Equipment to Perform Work Requirements in a Logistics Environment
- Use Equipment to Move Goods in Logistics Facilities
- Receive Goods in a Logistics Environment
- Maintain Hygiene Standards in Handling and Storing Goods in a Logistics Environment
- Assemble Orders for Dispatch in a Logistics Environment
- Sort Goods and Materials for Recycling or Disposal in a Logistics Environment
- Develop Effective Working Relationships With Colleagues in Logistics Operations
- Make an Effective Contribution To a Business in the Logistics Sector
- Contribute to the Provision of Customer Service in Logistics Operations
- Place Goods in Storage in Logistics Operations
- Process Orders for Customers in Logistics Operations
- Process Returned Goods in Logistics Operations
Optional units allow learners to tailor their qualification towards specific warehouse roles such as picking, packing, dispatch, stock control or goods handling.
Progression Opportunities
On completion, learners may progress to:
- Level 2 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage
- Level 2 Supply Chain or Logistics qualifications
- Apprenticeships in Warehousing or Supply Chain
- Employment as a Warehouse Operative, Picker/Packer, Dispatch Assistant or Stock Assistant
Delivery and Assessment
You’ll take part in practical activities and real life warehouse tasks to build your skills.
You’ll complete practical assessments and create a portfolio of evidence to show what you can do.
Tasks are designed to be engaging and supportive, with ongoing assessment from your tutor throughout the course.
There are no formal exams your progress is assessed through your coursework and practical work.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT OFFERS (TO INCLUDE IN YOUR PROGRAMME)
To support learner success and employability, the programme may also include:
Functional Skills (English and Maths)
Level 1 or Level 2 qualifications to strengthen communication and numeracy skills required in care settings.
Digital Skills Support
Essential digital skills to support record keeping, communication systems and online learning platforms.
Jobs Coach Support
Personalised CV writing support, interview preparation, job search guidance and employer engagement.
Mental Health and Wellbeing Workshops
Sessions focused on resilience, managing stress and maintaining wellbeing in care roles.
Travel Support
Bus passes or travel funding to reduce attendance barriers and improve learner retention.