Retail Industry Fundamentals

Preparing Learners of All Ages for Jobs that are in High Demand The retail industry is America’s largest private-sector employer, supporting 55 million first jobs, next chances and lifelong careers to people in every community. Our industry-recognized curriculum and exams build workplace readiness through training resources loaded with real-world examples and engaging, media-rich activities. The NRF Foundation RISE Up Retail Industry Fundamentals certificate is an introductory course for learners developing workplace readiness skills for a first job or reentering the workforce. Developed in collaboration with over 30 retailers, the curriculum helps your learners land high-demand jobs and get promoted in the retail industry and beyond. Earning the Retail Industry Fundamentals certificate validates their knowledge and skills to employers and builds workplace-readiness. Through RISE Up’s Retail Industry Fundamentals training, students will develop basic employability and workplace skills, including: Identifying the economic impact of the retail industry. Recognizing the retail cycle; Developing basic customer service and math skills to conduct sales transactions. Learning technology tools used in retail; Practicing interview skills. The NRF Foundation supports teachers, administrators, and mentors to successfully deliver RISE Up materials and guide students in developing their skills, providing: Course Textbook: Core content, activities, and check-point test questions. Instructor Training: Guides on subject matter, methodology, and course management. Powerpoint Presentation: Course delivery supplement. Career Chart: Visualization to guide students' career journeys based on their skills and interests.