5821 – Diploma of Vocational Studies
When: Start dates may vary. Refer to AdmissionFP for more information.
Where: Theoretical class could be done online or in class.
How much: $198.00
How long: 900 hours – 9 months
Diploma: DVS
The Professional Sales program prepares students to attract people’s attention, use their powers of persuasion and make key contacts. Students will learn how to be comfortable in front of an audience and how to succeed in the fast paced and competitive world of sales.
Training includes:
- Communicating effectively with customers
- Understanding consumer behaviour
- Promoting products and services
- Applying sales techniques
Sales Representation
Attestation of Vocational Speciality Students who have the intention of working as a sales representative may be able to continue their training by taking the Sales Representation (ASP) specialization.
Employment opportunities:
- Sales person
- Customer service representative
- Sales representative
- Assistant sales manager
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Professional Sales program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
Persons holding a Secondary School Diploma or its recognized equivalent.
OR
Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary IV credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition of equivalent learning.
OR
Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test and the course in language of instruction ENG-1101-4, or recognition of equivalent learning.
OR
Persons having earned Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister and who will continue their general education courses concurrently with their vocational training in order to obtain the credits they are missing among the following: Secondary IV language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister.
| Hours | Statement of the Competency |
|---|---|
| 30 | Occupation and training |
| 90 | Professional relationships |
| 45 | Consumer behaviour |
| 30 | Customer service |
| 120 | Sales |
| 45 | Sales-related transactions |
| 15 | Time management |
| 30 | Job search |
| 60 | Introduction to the occupation |
| Hours | Statement of the Competency |
|---|---|
| 30 | Laws and regulations |
| 30 | After-sales service |
| 60 | Second language |
| 45 | Products and services |
| 60 | Stock management |
| 45 | Visual merchandising |
| 45 | Marketing and sales |
| 120 | Workplace integration |
TOTAL : 9 months (900 hours)
**** Start dates may vary. Refer to AdmissionFP for more information. ****
PAYABLE UPON ACCEPTATION IN THE PROGRAM
Student Fee (non-refundable) : $48.00
Program Service Fee (non-refundable) : $90.00
PAYABLE BEFORE THE START OF CLASS
Mandatory Items Paid at Centre
Sales Kit : $30.00
Professional Sales Exercise Sheets: $30.00
*** Plan travel expenses for field trips, job search, 30 days of stage, business visits… ***
All costs are non-refundable
Costs are subject to change without notice
Have some previous secretarial experience ?
Recognition of Acquired Competencies could shorten the time between you and your diploma.
Tired of regular high school class !
You can learn a real trade and finish your high school diploma all at once, it’s possible! 2-4-U will give you the chance to learn a real trade while continuing in high school.