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Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Warehousing

Develops knowledge of warehouse operations and procedures, helping learners understand how warehouses function efficiently and safely. Covers health and safety in warehousing, a critical requirement for working in logistics and distribution settings.

Course Overview

Start Date
Various
Duration
Various
Mode of Study
Part-Time
Location
Online
Days
Various

Course overview

This industry-recognised Level 2 qualification provides learners with a route into employment within the warehousing and logistics sector and a foundation of learning for those already working in the industry.

  • Develop knowledge of stock control, warehouse operations, and the receiving and dispatching of goods.
  • Gain an understanding of health and safety in warehousing and distribution environments.
  • Learn how warehouses operate efficiently and safely
  • Complete portfolio-based assessments with no formal examinations.
  • Support progression into employment or further study within the warehousing and logistics sector.

What will I do?

Mandatory Units include:

  • Health and safety requirements in a warehousing environment.
  • The importance of customer service in the warehousing environment.
  • Understand the principles of warehousing goods.
  • Understand the process of stock checking and preparing goods for dispatch

What’s next?

Successful learners can progress onto other qualifications e.g. Level 3 Award in Warehousing and Storage and L3 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage.

This qualification can also support progression into employment within the warehousing and logistics sector.

Is it for me?

This Level 2 Team Leader Course is aimed at learners who wish to gain further skills to develop their role as a team leader or are new to a team leading role.

Individuals who are already working in a warehousing or distribution environment and want to develop their knowledge. Those seeking to enter employment in the warehousing sector and gain an industry-recognised qualification. Learners who need an understanding of key warehousing topics such as stock control, health and safety, receiving and dispatching goods, and warehouse operations.

Typical job roles this course supports include:

  • Warehouse Operative
  • Goods In/Goods Out Assistant
  • Storage and Distribution Operative
  • Stock Controller
  • Logistics Assistant
  • Fulfilment Operative

This is a self-study course with no set attendance days. Learners should expect to spend approximately 6-10 hours per week studying.

Learners will receive an industry recognised qualification by successfully completing this course. The Level 2 Certificate in Principles of the Principles of Warehousing is awarded by TQUK.

Regular submission and assessment of completed unit work, supported with tutor feedback to support progress.

There are a variety of ways in which you can get help with fees and funding while studying. For detailed information on funding options and bursaries, please visit our Funding and Financial Support page.

Entry requirements

All applicants must be at least 19 years old as of the 31st of August to enroll for the course and have a good level of English skills to a minimum of Level 1 standard and Level 2 English or equivalent for writing the assignments.


Applicants must have lived in the UK for the last three years and currently reside in Milton Keynes City Council area.

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  1. Certificate in the Principles of Warehousing

    (A999-1/2)
    Start Date
    Various
    Days
    Various
    Location
    Online
  2. Certificate in the Principles of Warehousing

    (A999-1/2)
    Start Date
    31 Jul 2027
    End Date
    29 Aug 2028
    Days
    Various
    Duration
    1 Year
    Location
    Online

Please note: Learners must be employed in a relevant role within the sector they are applying for.

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