National code: TLI30321
Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations (Warehousing Operations)
OverviewAbout this course
Develop specialised skills or enhance your existing skillset in the supply chain and logistics industry. Gain practical experience in warehouse and stock documentation and gain experience to work as a warehouse operator in depots and/or warehouses.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Store goods properly
Move and relocate materials safely
Assess the risks involved with relocating loads
Monitor warehouse activities
Understand the chain of responsibility
Ensure transport activities are completed safely
Complete safety documentation
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate III level
The confidence to complete safety documentation
Techniques to safely lift and handle goods or materials
Experience reading and following instructions and procedures
Exposure to working in a warehouse and/or depot environment
Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
The ability to provide your own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including a hi-vis vest, safety glasses and steel cap boots
A reasonable level of physical fitness to undertake manual handling
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level
TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test.
This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: Warehouse operator, Supply chain administration operator, Supply chain administration officer, Supply clerk, Supply chain customer service representative and Supply chain export manager
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations (Warehousing Operations) does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study1 Course
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations (Warehousing Operations) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 14 Units of competency, including 2 core and 12 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Ensure the safety of transport activities (Chain of Responsibility)TLIF0009
Shift materials safely using manual handling methodsTLID0020
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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