You can get into this job through:
Entry requirements:
You could do a college course, which may help if you're setting up your own business. Courses include:
Entry requirements:
Apprenticeships relevant to this role include:
You'll do on-the-job training and spend time with a college or training provider.
With experience you may be able to run your own shop, take on a franchise or manage a company store.
Entry requirements:
You can get retail experience through volunteering with charities that operate high street shops.
You can find information on opportunities near you from Do It .
You can become a shopkeeper by taking over an existing business or opening a franchise. You could also set up your own retail outlet on the high street or online.
It'll help if you've got some experience in retail, sales, administration or business management.
You can find advice about setting up and running your own business from Business is Great .
Organisations like the Prince's Trust may be able to offer training for running a business if you are aged between 18 and 30.
Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Skills:Shopkeepers manage their own stores or run stores on behalf of a retail chain.
You could:
Location : You could work at a store.
Environment : Your working environment may be physically demanding.