August 2026 Rule: New levy funds expire in 12 months. Deploy fast 9-week AI modules to train counter managers and digital heads without losing your L&D budget.
Retail & Supply Chain AI

Short AI and digital modules for frontline supervisors.

Upskill store supervisors and inventory heads in AI Strategy & Delivery. Run shift-friendly training, automate administrative tracking, and utilize unspent levy funds.

Source checked against official guidance — June 2026 (View Sources)
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Retail & Hospitality training operations dashboard
Accredited Short Courses

Featured Modular Apprenticeship Units

Deploy targeted upskilling pathways. 100% levy-funded, completed in weeks, and requiring zero End-Point Assessments (EPA).

Accredited Unit 9 weeks (30 hours)

AI Strategy & Opportunity (AU0009)

Accredited Unit 9 weeks (30 hours)

AI Adoption, Procurement & Governance (AU0010)

Accredited Unit 9 weeks (30 hours)

AI Delivery & Organisational Transformation (AU0011)

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Full Apprenticeship vs. Modular Units

Choose the funded product that matches the job, learning need and rules applying on the learner's start date.

Feature Full Apprenticeship Standard Modular Apprenticeship Unit
Course Duration Standard-specific; at least 8 months for starts from August 2025 Unit-specific; the current AI leadership units require at least 30 eligible delivery hours
End-Point Assessment (EPA) Assessment set by the exact approved standard and version Provider skills test plus employer validation
Delivery controls Eligibility, initial assessment, training plan, evidence and progress controls Eligibility, prior-learning assessment, live delivery evidence and assessment controls
Funding decision Check the funding band, account balance and start-date rules Check that the exact unit is approved and the learner and employer meet its rules
Downtime & Shifts Eligible off-the-job training set by the standard and individual training plan Published minimum hours delivered with tutor/trainer and learner present
Funding maximum Published funding band for the exact standard Published unit maximum; AU0009, AU0010 and AU0011 are each capped at £750
Mobile-First Compliance

Designed for the Frontline: Desktop-Free Tracking

Training records shouldn't get in the way of operations. TIQPlus moves with your workforce, enabling seamless evidence capture and compliance tracking where the work actually happens.

  • Instant Web Access

    No app store installs or downloads required. Works securely on any personal or corporate mobile web browser.

  • 1-Tap Evidence Upload

    Snap photos of on-site tasks, voice-log reflections, or upload certificates directly from the camera roll for verification.

  • Asynchronous Sign-Off

    Tutors, mentors, and supervisors can sign off competencies and reviews on the go with simple mobile signatures.

Retail & Hospitality mobile apprentice dashboard tracking
Industry Challenges

Why managing training in this sector is complex

TIQPlus resolves the critical compliance and administrative friction points specific to Retail & Hospitality operations.

High Staff Turnover

Fast-paced environments require rapid onboarding. Streamline the transition from new starter to functional team member to protect margins.

Multi-Site Operations

Keeping training consistent across 50 or 500 stores is a massive operational hurdle. Deliver unified training materials to everyone at once.

Shift-Based Accessibility

Frontline associates cannot access traditional desktop LMS programs. Make learning micro-sized and accessible on personal mobile devices.

EPA Gateway Preparedness

Traditional programs fail due to high turnover before EPA. Short modular units deliver accredited outcomes in weeks rather than years.

Platform Capabilities

Features built for Retail & Hospitality

Standardised learning systems fall short. TIQPlus adapts to your industry's operating requirements.

Mobile-First Learning

Interactive micro-learning modules designed to fit within short breaks or directly on the shop floor, responsive on any screen size.

Multi-Site Manager Portals

Area managers and store leads see clear dashboard indicators tracking their local team's training completions, compliance, and readiness.

AI Completion Forecasting

Predict and prevent dropouts. Our algorithms identify learners at risk of missing their EPA gateway deadlines, prompting L&D intervention.

Supported Standards

Full standards supporting your sector

We support all IfATE apprenticeship standards and degree apprenticeships. These are the highest volume full pathways chosen by Retail & Hospitality employers.

Map custom pathways
  • Team Leader or Supervisor (Level 3) ST0384
  • Retailer (Level 2) ST0325
  • Customer Service Practitioner (Level 2) ST0072
  • Customer Service Specialist (Level 3) ST0071
  • Retail Manager (Level 4) ST0327
  • Hospitality Manager (Level 4) ST0229
Source Review

Official guidance checked

June 2026

Claims on this page are checked against the official funding, standards, and regulator sources listed here.

Sources checked: June 2026
Regulatory Citations

Official Guidelines & Authority Sources

Course structures, apprenticeship standards, and funding bands are checked against official UK regulatory publications:

SOC 2 Type II Enterprise Data Security
ESFA Provider Approved Delivery Sync
GDPR Compliant Protected Learner Logs
Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from Retail & Hospitality L&D teams

Can store staff access the training on their own phones?

Yes. The TIQPlus learner interface is fully mobile-responsive and requires no app downloads. Frontline staff can complete modules and log shifts on any web-enabled device.

What is the new Data-Driven Team Leader L3 standard?

Replacing the generic Team Leader L3 in September 2026, the Data-Driven Team Leader L3 (ST0795) carries a £13,000 funding band and equips leads with critical Power BI and data literacy metrics.

How do foundation standards support high-churn networks?

The new accelerated 8-month Catering and Retail Foundation programs are explicitly designed by the government to quickly train and stabilize entry-level retail and hospitality staff.

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