Practical learning for better asset performance
Optimal Asset Management Academy

Programme 05 · Stores

Occupational Certificate · 41 credits

Stores Person NQF Level 2

An Occupational Certificate route for people working in stores, warehouses and distribution. Develop competencies in moving, packing, picking, counting and maintaining stock, with a focus on workplace safety, inventory accuracy and loss prevention.

What you will learn

Knowledge you can put to work.

  • Use appropriate methods and equipment to move and pack stock.
  • Pick and count stock accurately within designated areas.
  • Apply loss prevention procedures and safety requirements.
  • Maintain clean, organised and safe stock storage environments.

Programme focus

  • Moving and Packing Stock, Phase 1 (3 credits)
  • Moving and Packing Stock, Phase 2 (6 credits)
  • Picking and Counting Stock, Phase 1 (3 credits)
  • Picking and Counting Stock, Phase 2 (5 credits)
  • Maintaining Stock (5 credits)
  • Workplace Logbook Submissions (19 credits)

Who should attend

Is this programme for you?

Store personnel, pickers, general assistants and warehouse staff.

Build practical skills for accurate stock handling, safer storage and fewer inventory losses.

Enrolment dates

Plan your next step.

Contact the Academy team for the next intake, enrolment closing date, session timetable and current fees.

Ask about the programme schedule and delivery arrangements before making commitments.

Request dates and fees

Entry requirements

Check your eligibility.

Communication at NQF Level 1 and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1. Ask the Academy team which evidence is needed and how the workplace component is arranged.

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Recognition of prior learning

Bring your experience into the conversation.

If you have relevant qualifications, previous training or workplace experience, ask whether these can be considered for this programme. The team will confirm whether a recognition of prior learning route is available.

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Assessment and recognition

Understand the completion requirements.

The published qualification structure totals 41 credits, including a 19-credit workplace logbook component. Confirm the assessment and award requirements before enrolling.

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