Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Visual Merchandising
Advanced Diploma of Visual Merchandising
SIR60221
BHE1
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 10/11/2021 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use highly specialised technical, creative and conceptual skills in visual merchandising to conceive, negotiate, realise and manage visual merchandising design, display and presentation solutions.
Practice at this level is underpinned by the application of visual presentation methodologies, design theory and history, and the ability to critically analyse and synthesise information from a range of sources. Individuals operate independently with an advanced level of communication, organisational and project management skills.
Individuals with this qualification are able work in a range of commercial and community contexts across retail, events, tourism and exhibition, and hospitality industries.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units must be completed:- Eight (8) core units
- Seven (7) elective units, consisting of:
- Five (5) units from the Visual Merchandising electives listed below
- up to two (2) units from the electives listed below, or any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Diploma level or above.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODP27 | SIRRMER024 | Create in-store customer brand experience | 70 | Unit of competency |
| ODP30 | SIRRMER021 | Design and construct visual merchandising display element | 45 | Unit of competency |
| ODP33 | SIRRMER023 | Develop a visual merchandising brand strategy | 80 | Unit of competency |
| ODP31 | SIRRMER022 | Develop and implement creative photographic styling solution | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCE80 | BSBESB406 | Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODP32 | SIRRMER025 | Explore professional practice in visual merchandising career pathways | 55 | Unit of competency |
| BBB59 | SIRXIND006 | Review retail business fundamentals | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCE84 | BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work | 55 | Unit of competency |
2. Visual Merchandising Elective Units
At least five (5) units must be chosen from the Visual Merchandising elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Other Electives
Up to two (2) units must be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
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Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who:
have completed the Diploma of Visual Merchandising (or equivalent)
or
have at least one-year full-time industry employment experience in a related field.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships