Neftaly Online Course SAQA 11516699688

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Various principles of visual Merchandising to be adhered to when developing Visual Merchandising plans are explained with examples that are appropriate to the given scenario.
Visual Merchandising action plans developed by the learner are in line with the promotional strategy given in the scenario.
Given Visual Merchandising plans are adapted to the given scenario requirements.
Appropriate fixtures and display carriers are chosen for the given scenario and the impact they have on enhancing Visual Merchandising is explained.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
Display area is prepared according to organisational requirements.
Stock is gathered according to the Visual Merchandising display plan.
Props, fixtures and display carriers used are appropriate for the merchandise to be displayed.
Appropriate ticketing and signage is used for the display and the merchandise.
Display equipment from set up to dismantling is handled in a safe manner that minimises damage and maintains safety of the staff as well as customers.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
The importance of maintaining Visual Merchandising displays is explained in a manner that highlights principles to be adhered to when maintaining displays (such as replenishing stock on the display, what should be done to the display if stock is not available to ensure it still meets visual merchandising plan requirements).
A display is evaluated for compliance with the Principles of Visual Merchandising.
The impact of the display is evaluated taking into consideration its impact in growth of sales.
Where the Visual Merchandising display did not have the desired impact, solutions and recommendations given are appropriate and practical without compromising Visual Merchandising principles.

Integrated Assessment:
Integrated Formative Assessment:
The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment leads to entrance into the integrated external summative assessment.

Integrated Summative Assessment:
An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the Exit Level Outcomes and Associated Assessment Criteria. The external assessment will consist of a set of written responses (paper or on-line) which will test the learner’s ability to develop visual merchandising plans/action plans, setting up and maintaining visual merchandising displays. The written assessment will be conducted over a period of four hours at a QCTO accredited assessment centre. The assessment will be conducted by a registered assessor.