SAPICS Basics of Stores & Stock Control (BSSC)  

What is the purpose of this course?

The Basics of Stores and Stock Control is an entry level course for those wishing to make a career in one of the many disciplines of warehousing and distribution management.

 

This course is targeted at all stores personnel, including the store man and all first-line supervisors.  Other major users of the stores function also gain specific benefit from attending this course.

What will I learn?

Qualifying learners will be able to: 

• Warehousing and Supply Chain Management

• Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships

• Risk and Safety Management

• Warehouse Safety and PPE

• Inbound Logistics

• Classifying and Coding of Stock

• Warehouse Layout and Productivity

• Materials Handling and Storage Equipment

• Stocktaking and Stock Audits

• Warehouse Issues

• Warehouse Returns, Customer Service and Reverse Logistics

• Transportation and Distribution Management

• Emergency Situations and Precautions

What is the pre-requisite for this course?

There are no pre-requisites for entry into this program, but basic literacy and numeracy skills is recommended .

How long will it take me?

4 Months for self-study

5 Days facilitation

Learning options

This course is available as a self-study program. 

Self-Study

• Prepare from home, work, or while traveling

• Save time and money on travel to training venues

• Learn at your own pace.

• Tutoring available if required

• Final exam Proctored

How will I be assessed?

Final examination:

The final exam covers the full course content.  It is a closed book, 3 hours exam. A learner requires 50% to pass.

To pass the course and earn the Certificate of Achievement, a learner will need an overall score of at least 50% in the final examination with a combined minimum of 50% in the homework and final examination.

What do I get?

SAPICS Certificate 

Equivalent to NQF Level: 3