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Advanced Diploma of Visual Merchandising
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SIR60221
Your expertise in shaping brand narratives and managing complex visual environments represents a high level of professional mastery. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a recognition pathway for this Advanced Diploma. Register your interest today to be notified as soon as we can help you demonstrate your senior experience through formal assessment.
About This Qualification
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.
Qualification Code
SIR60221
Training Package
SIR — Retail Services Training Package
AQF Level
Advanced Diploma
Total Units
15 (8 core + 7 elective)
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.
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Senior Visual Merchandiser | Leading the conceptual design and construction of complex display elements for major retail or exhibition spaces. |
| Visual Merchandising Manager | Managing brand presentation strategies and overseeing teams to ensure consistent visual standards across multiple sites. |
| Creative Brand Strategist | Developing high-level visual solutions that enhance the customer journey and define the in-store brand identity. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
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RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
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What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Comprehensive resume and detailed work history
- ✓Position descriptions for senior or lead roles
- ✓Performance reviews or professional references
Strategic Design
- ✓Visual merchandising brand strategy documents
- ✓Conceptual sketches and 3D display renders
- ✓Visual merchandising manuals and style guides
Creative Execution
- ✓Portfolios of photographic styling solutions
- ✓Records of display element construction
- ✓In-store customer brand experience plans
Project Management
- ✓Project work plans and budget oversight records
- ✓Stakeholder communication and negotiation logs
- ✓Operational strategy and procedure documents
Compliance & Leadership
- ✓Safety audits and retail compliance reports
- ✓Team leadership and staff training records
- ✓Professional practice and career pathway reviews
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Retail Services Training Package.
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