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Certificate of Retail Security and Loss Prevention

The Certificate of Retail Security and Loss Prevention is an online professional development program that will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to maintain store security in a retail environment.
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Start Anytime
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Delivery Method
100% Online
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Study Hours
30 hours
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Course Access
12 Months

Loss prevention is critical to the success of a retail store. If you own or manage a retail store or plan to work in the retail sector this course is important for you.

The Certificate of Retail Security and Loss Prevention is an online professional development program that will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to maintain store security in a retail environment.

In this online retail security course you will discover how to implement store policy and procedures to ensure store security. You will learn how to inform team members about loss prevention and provide ongoing supervision and training to facilitate awareness and detection of theft.

You will also learn about the maintenance and use of store security equipment, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of staff and customers. You gain skills and knowledge in the detection and apprehension of thieves and the application of post-apprehension procedures according to State and Territory laws.

On completion of this course, you will feel confident to maintain security and loss prevention for a retail store.

Printed learning materials are available for purchase for this course and can be ordered during enrolment.  

Course Structure
Unit - Certificate of Retail Security and Loss Prevention

Unit 1 – Maintain store security

  • Monitor and maintain store security
  • Store policies and procedures
  • Review security procedures
  • Store policy
  • Legislative requirements
  • Store security elements
  • Procedures to minimise theft
  • Bag checks
  • Security of cash, cash registers and keys
  • Transaction procedures
  • Report matters affecting store security
  • Awareness and deletion of theft
  • Inform team of store security policy and procedures
  • Provide staff with feedback
  • Facilitate awareness of theft detection
  • Write a report

Unit 2 – Identify and respond to security risks

  • Retail theft
  • Damage to merchandise
  • Identify potential risks
  • Cash handling procedures
  • Suspicious behaviour
  • Security and surveillance
  • Policies and procedures
  • Credit card security
  • In-store security procedures
  • Customer safety
  • Armed robbery
  • Employee security
  • Emergency situations
  • Minimising customer theft
  • Bag checks
  • Dispute procedures
  • Security systems
  • Security breaches
  • Theft types
  • Risk management plan
  • Powers of arrest
  • Using force
  • Duty of care
  • Suspicious vendor behaviour
  • Faulty security equipment
  • Reporting security breaches
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Estimated Duration
30 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment

Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.

Career Outcomes
  • Retail Security Officers
  • Security Officer
  • Security Guard
  • Loss Prevention Officers
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Certificate of Retail Security and Loss Prevention
$299.00
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About Us

At Australian Online Courses, we are passionate about helping individuals from diverse backgrounds achieve their career goals. Since 2008, we have created opportunities for people in Australia and around the world.

Our Difference

What sets us apart is that we genuinely care about your career development. That’s why flexible study schedules, competitive pricing and exceptional customer and student support are at the heart of what we do. Our comprehensive courses, developed in consultation with industry employers, provide the skills and knowledge necessary for success in your current role or to pursue new opportunities.

Our state-of-the-art eLearning platform means you can study anywhere, anytime. So, enrol today and get the skills and confidence you need to achieve your career dreams, big or small.

Graduation

A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.

How to Enrol

You can enrol online by clicking Get Started on any course page under Enrol & Start Today. Follow the prompts to complete your enrolment as an individual, business, or service provider.

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Why choose Australian Online Courses?
  • Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
  • Improve your employment opportunities;
  • Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
  • High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
  • All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
  • Unlimited tutor support via email;
  • We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
  • Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.

There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18 with a competent level of English. For those under 18, please complete the Parent/Guardian Consent Form before enrolling.

To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.

You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!

Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.

BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.

Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.

Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.

This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.

No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.

Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.

Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.

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