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Key details

Course area
Employability
Student type
Courses for 19+ students
Course type
Part-time Further Education course
Course level
Level 1
Start date
Wednesday 22nd April 2026
End date
Wednesday 17th June 2026
Location
City Hub 111 Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7HB
Course code
Parent course code:C057810 Child course code: Q057811

For more information or to register your interest, please email logisticsreferrals@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk.

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Course introduction

This course is perfect if you are seeking to gain knowledge, understanding and an introduction to the key skills required in the logistics sector. The Gateway Level 1 Award: Skills for Logistics supports progression into employment, an apprenticeship or further study at a higher level.

Modules include:

  • Working in logistics
  • Job roles in a logistics environment
  • Effective working practices in a logistics environment

You will develop knowledge and understanding of the core areas of logistics and an introduction to the skills required in the logistics sector.

Course information

8 weeks

Gateway Level 1 Award: Skills for Logistics

There are no formal entry requirements but you must be aged 19+ and meet the criteria for funding which you can read here.

You will complete a portfolio of evidence.

This course supports progression to apprenticeships and to employment. They also support progression to qualifications in logistics at a higher level.

The course dates are to be confirmed – please contact logisticsreferrals@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk for the next available dates or to express your interest.

Careers related to this course

Select career:

Managers in Logistics

Potential Earnings

£75,901.31

Average Earnings

£45,574.00

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

Pathways

Warehousing and Distribution

People in these occupations coordinate and analyze product delivery, control supply chain and storage operations, and arrange shipments.

Business Management

People in these occupations manage organisations and operations, formulate business strategies, and consult on policy.

Skills

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Monitoring

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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