Managing Conflict in Retail

Duration 1 hour

CPD Approved IoH Approved
Managing Conflict in Retail
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  • 100% online training

  • Start when you like

  • Learn on any device (desktop, mobile or tablet)

  • Instant assessment and result

  • 1 learner per course

  • Train teams of all sizes

  • Bulk discounts starting at 10% off 10 courses

  • Pay by invoice with 30 day payment terms available (5+ courses)

£15 +VAT

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Includes a 10% discount for 10+ courses

This Managing Conflict in Retail course will help those working in food retailers deal with conflicts that can arise with customers. As customer service is a large part of the role, retail workers often find themselves in difficult situations. Occasionally, this can lead to confrontations that may leave you feeling intimidated or even threatened. This course will offer advice and guidance on how best to deal with these situations, so that you can feel safe at work.

There are many different factors that can cause a conflict between customers and staff. This course will examine the common causes of these conflicts, and provide advice on how best to handle a customer complaint. It also covers the sale of alcohol and other age-restricted products, and guidance on dealing with verbal and physical abuse, shoplifting and robberies. By the end of this course, you will feel secure in your knowledge and understanding of what can cause a conflict with a customer and be confident in dealing with any difficult situation that may come your way. Once learnt, these skills can be applied to any future role you may have.

Please note this course only includes a digital version of your certificate.

100% online training

Access anywhere

Same day digital certificate

Full audio voiceover

Assessment retakes at no extra cost

Learn at your own pace with no completion deadlines

Developed by hospitality industry experts

Accredited by CPD and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality

Bulk discount for orders of 10+ courses

Bigger orders = bigger discounts

Save on our courses when you buy more training upfront. Lock in a better price now and access the training whenever you need to. You can mix and match any of our courses too and get the discount off your whole order.

10+ courses = 10% off
50+ courses = 20% off
100+ courses = 30% off
500+ courses = 40% off

What you'll learn

By the end of the course, you will:

  • Understand your rights as an employee in regards to being safe at work.
  • Know the laws surrounding the sale of age-restricted items, including what constitutes a valid form of identification.
  • Understand how alcohol safety can help to limit conflict.
  • Identify the common causes of conflict between staff and customers in retail.
  • Know how to effectively handle a complaint.
  • Have the confidence and skillset to deal with a range of difficult situations.

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Module 1: Managing Conflict in Retail

Employee rights, delivering effective communication, alcohol safety and age-restricted products, handling customer complaints, dealing with difficult situations such as verbal and physical abuse, shoplifting and robberies.

The online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked 5 multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 80%. The answers are marked automatically so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don’t pass, don't worry! You can take the test as many times as you need with no extra charge.

This Managing Conflict in Retail course is suitable for anyone who works in a food retailer. It will be beneficial to those new to the industry, but also those with years of experience and in a supervisory or management role. This certified online training is ideal for people working in:

  • A supermarket.
  • An off-license.
  • Any other food retailer.

Frequently asked questions

How do I access the training?

All of our training is done within your web browser - there are no apps to download or software to install.

After picking the courses you need and completing your purchase, you will receive a confirmation email. To access our courses yourself or to distribute them to others you just need to click the ‘Get Started’ button within the email and select which option you want. You will then be able to add the course(s) into an existing account, or create a new account.


Can I buy training for my team?

Of course just add the amount of courses you need and follow the purchase process. Please do be aware that it is one course per learner so they will all need their own course.

When buying courses for a team you'll also get access to our Management Suite free of charge. This is a tool that will allow you to allocate, track and review the training of your team.

Did you know? - We offer free training sessions on how to get the most from your Management Suite. To benefit from this, please contact: managersupport@highspeedtraining.co.uk to get your session booked in.


If I order multiple courses will I receive any discount?

Yes, our bulk discounts are automatically applied to orders containing any combination of courses. We offer the following discounts on bulk purchases:


If you purchase 10+ courses you receive a 10% discount

If you purchase 50+ courses you receive a 20% discount

If you purchase 100+ courses you receive a 30% discount

If you purchase 500+ courses you receive a 40% discount


What payment options are available?

You can pay for our training using either a Debit or Credit card.

For companies ordering 5 or more courses, you’ll also be given the option to pay by invoice.  If you would like to pay by invoice for fewer than 5 courses then please contact our Sales Team by calling 0333 006 7000 or emailing us at sales@highspeedtraining.co.uk. 


Can I access the training material after I have completed my course?

Yes. You can use your username and password to log in and revisit the training material as many times as you like, even after completing the course.


Is there a time limit on completing the course?

No, we want our courses to work around you so there’s no time limit in which you must complete the training after making a purchase. You can also split your training over as many different sessions as you wish, as course progress is saved as you make your way through the training. You’re free to learn entirely at your own pace.


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