Sales - Apprenticehship
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
2 years
Entry Requirements
Apprentice Entry Requirements
• Must be employed by a SOLAS ‘Approved Employer’ and registered as an apprentice
• Aged 18 or over • Must have Grade O6/H7 or above in 5 Leaving Certificate subjects (including Maths F2/06/H7 along with English or Irish 06/H7) or a full QQI Level 5 or higher qualification
• International applicants must present the equivalent of a full Level 5 qualification or higher
• Apprentices for whom English is not a first language must demonstrate proficiency in English and hold a minimum of a B1 CEFR or recognised equivalent
• Mature applicants aged 21 years and over without a Level 5 qualification will also be considered following an interview and submission of supporting documentation
Further information
Overview
The selling and sales landscape has changed over the past decade changing the way companies differentiate themselves from the competition and how they connect with prospects. The role of implementing a modern selling strategy including the development of real human connections is crucial for success. Sales specialists equipped with relevant skills such as building empathy and rapport, customer service, digital sales and marketing research are critical in an organisations’ efforts to ensure the highest level of business ethics and service delivery to consumers.
This 2 year Level 6 programme is an “earn and learn” model, designed to empower you, the apprentice with underpinning knowledge, skills and competencies required to become an effective sales specialist. It is strongly grounded in the practical experience of providing you with real “On-the-Job” work experience whilst being supported by “Off-the-Job” learning in face to face workshops and an online learning environment.
Your Employer
Will be a SOLAS approved employer
Will nominate a workplace mentor
Will release the apprentice for the “Off-the-Job” phases of the programme
Will provide adequate resources such as the time, facilities and equipment necessary to support the apprentice in respect of both on and off-the-job learning in your organisation
Will pay the apprentice for the duration of the programme
Your Workplace Mentor
For the “On-the-Job” phase of the programme you will be assigned a Workplace Mentor who will support your work based learning including the completion of your workplace tasks. S/he will be an experienced member of the employer’s management or senior supervisory team and will liaise closely with your academic team of tutors and managers.
Certification
On successful completion of the Sales Apprenticeship, you will receive a Level 6 Major Award; an Advanced Certificate in Sales. Holders of this award will be eligible to progress within the sector and/or to higher education programmes. For further information and application requirements please contact apprenticeship@msletb.ie or visit www.apprenticeship.ie
Course Modules
Year 1
Sales Fundamentals
The Psychology of Sales
Customer Service in the Experience Economy
Sales Forecasting and Budgeting
Legal and Ethical Considerations for Sales
Marketing in the 21st Century
Digital Skills for Sales
Year 2
Sales Coaching
Consultative Selling, Negotiation and Decision Making in Sales
Developing Leadership Skills
International Selling for the Sales Practitioner
Action Entrepreneurship
Capstone Module
If you are interested in becoming an apprentice read the apprentice booklet at the 'Course Web Page' link below and contact us at apprenticeship@msletb.ie for more information.