Self-test: Is the "Logistics Clerk (Certified)" course the right one for me?
Test here whether a job as a logistics clerk (cert.) is right for you and whether an in-service training course is the right path for you.
Your advantages: In the self-test, you will receive further information that is tailored to the respective answer options "Yes", "Partly", "No". The result at the end of the self-test also provides you with an overview of suitable providers. You will also benefit from helpful tips on finding the right school.
Logistics Clerk: What does your day-to-day work look like?
Logistics clerks are responsible for the efficient processing of customer orders in production or trading companies. They take orders by phone, fax or online, check and record the details and ask questions if anything is unclear. Once the goods are in stock and available, they pick and pack the order, organize and schedule the transport and issue the invoice as well as transport and customs documents.
They record outgoing goods in the electronic system, regularly check stocks and trigger repeat orders if necessary. Logistics clerks are an important interface between customers, freight forwarders, suppliers, customs authorities and other parties involved. They maintain the flow of information and coordinate the optimal interaction of processes.
Question 1:
Do the activities described meet your expectations? Would you like to work as a logistics clerk?
Great! Then you've come to the right place with this course. We wish you lots of fun and success.
If you only like the job to a limited extent or only individual parts of it, you could think about what interests you the most. And then look at subsequent training courses to see if there is one that appeals to you even more:
- Export clerk (certified)
- Marketing Assistant (Certified)
- Product Manager (certified)
- Purchasing and Procurement Clerk (Cert.)
- Accounting Clerk (Certified)
- Technical clerk (certified)
- Customs clerk (certified)
Also take a look at job advertisements. Perhaps you will find ones that only require the activities that interest you the most. If so, you are on the right track with this further training.
If you don't like the activities, take a look at the numerous other further training opportunities. You will find a large selection on Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch.
Are you still looking for your vocation? OurGuide "Finding your own calling"can support you in this.
Target group and skills: Who is the logistics clerk training course suitable for? What qualities and skills are required?
The logistics clerk training course is aimed at the following target groups:
- Career changers or people re-entering the logistics sector
- People with basic training in logistics (EBA / EFZ) who would like to gain further qualifications
- Employees who would like to prepare for further training as a logistician with a federal certificate (BP) (as an intermediate step, especially if the requirements for the examination are not yet met)
Important personal skills for this profession are
- Technical affinity
- Independence
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Sense of responsibility
- Team and conflict management skills
Question 2:
Do you belong to one of the target groups for this training course and do you have the necessary personal qualities?
Great!
- If you don't have the necessary personal qualities and skills, you won't be happy in this clerical role. Look out for further training opportunities that offer a technical specialization that better suits your skills.
- If you are unsure whether you are well suited to such a role, it is best to discuss this with your line manager or career advisor. You can find suitable providers of career advice and career coaching here:
Prerequisites for admission to further training as a logistics clerk:
As a rule, the following conditions are required for admission to further training in logistics:
- Basic training EBA / EFZ (advantageous in logistics)
- Professional experience in logistics
- Age of majority
- Sufficient knowledge of German (at least level B1)
The requirements are determined independently by the schools; there may therefore be (slight) differences depending on the provider.
Question 3:
Do you meet the requirements for admission?
Great!
- If you do not have a federal certificate of proficiency (EFZ) or equivalent basic vocational training, you still have the opportunity to catch up now. You can find out more about catch-up training for adults in ourGuide "The Swiss education system at a glance"
- If you do not have the necessary professional experience, use professional job boards to search for suitable jobs.Hereyou will find helpful information.
- If you are not yet of legal age, please ask the school. You may simply have to have reached the age of majority by the time you complete the course and can therefore start the logistics clerk training course even if you are not yet of legal age at that time.
- If you are not sure whether your German language skills are sufficient for the logistics clerk further training course, then take a test now.Placement test. If your language skills are not sufficient, you will findheresuitable training courses. You can contact the appropriate schools directly via the inquiry form free of charge and without obligation and receive detailed information on the respective course and can ask your questions.
- If you do not have a federal certificate of proficiency (EFZ) or equivalent basic vocational training, you still have the opportunity to catch up now. You can find out more about catch-up training for adults in ourGuide "The Swiss education system at a glance".
- If you do not have the necessary professional experience, use professional job boards to search for suitable jobs.Hereyou will find helpful information.
- If you are not yet of legal age, please ask the school. You may simply have to have reached the age of majority by the time you complete the course and can therefore start the logistics clerk training course even if you are not yet of legal age at that time.
- If you are not sure whether your German language skills are sufficient for the logistics clerk further training course, then take a test now.Placement test. If your language skills are not sufficient, you will findheresuitable training courses. You can contact the appropriate schools directly via the inquiry form free of charge and without obligation and receive detailed information on the respective course and can ask your questions.
Subject matter and content of the training
The course content of a logistics clerk training course is determined independently by the schools; it can therefore vary from school to school.
For example, the logistics clerk course with ASFL SVBL certificate (association certificate) is a combined course with the preparatory course for the professional examination for logistics specialists with a federal certificate. This means that you will simultaneously acquire several modules for the federal examination with the clerk course.
As a rule, the following topics are covered in a logistics clerk training course:
- Logistics management
- General management
- Organization and processes
- Business administration (BWL) and economics (VWL)
- Finance and accounting
- Project and process management
- Quality management
- Self-management
- Occupational safety
- Team leadership
Question 4:
Are you interested in this content, would you like to acquire knowledge in these subject areas?
Great! You can look forward to exciting and instructive hours in which you will broaden your knowledge horizon and skills - aspects that are in demand on the job market and increase your career and salary opportunities.
If you are only partially interested in the content of the Logistics Clerk training course, take a look at other training and further education courses in related areas. You may find a course that suits you better.
Here is a selection:
Obviously the typical subject areas of the logistics clerk training course are not your thing. Take a look at other training courses instead. OnEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a wide range of options.
Costs and financing of further training
The costs are determined independently by the schools; they can therefore vary from provider to provider. In general, the following costs must be expected for the approx. 6-month in-service training course for logistics clerks:
- Course feesbetween CHF 3'500.- and CHF 4'300.-
- Examination feeThe examination fees are usually already included in the course costs.
- Some providers requireExtra costsfor
- Enrollment
- Teaching aids
- Training documents
- Internal examinations and examination training
- Simulation test
It is best to contact the provider of your choice directly regarding the possible extra costs.
Question 5:
Are you able to pay for the course?
Great! Here's another tip: If you are able to pay the full amount in advance, ask the school of your choice whether they offer a special discount for full payment in advance.
You can find information on financial support options from your employer, the federal government, the canton, foundations or loans from the EducaSwiss Foundation in ourGuide "How to finance your further training properly".
- Most schools allow you to pay the course costs in installments. Most schools charge a small surcharge for payment in installments.
- Ask your employer whether they will contribute to the costs.
- Perhaps there is someone in your private circle who will support your further education project with a loan. A bank or credit institution may also be able to support you with an educational loan.
- You can find information on financial support options from your employer, the federal government, the canton, foundations or loans from the EducaSwiss Foundation in ourGuide "How to finance your further training properly".
- Information on financial support for temporary workers from "temptraining", the further training fund of the temporary employment sector, can be found athere.
- Most schools allow you to pay the course costs in installments. Most schools charge a small surcharge for payment in installments.
- Ask your employer whether they will contribute to the costs.
- Perhaps there is someone in your private circle who will support your further education project with a loan. A bank or credit institution may also be able to support you with an educational loan.
- You can find information on financial support options from your employer, the federal government, the canton, foundations or loans from the EducaSwiss Foundation in ourGuide "How to finance your further training properly".
- Information on financial support for temporary workers from "temptraining", the further training fund of the temporary employment sector, can be found athere.
Duration of study, number of teaching hours, training options, teaching format and learning effort
- DurationThe Logistics Clerk further training course is modular and designed to be completed alongside work. It usually lasts six months (depending on the provider and course offered).
- Number of lessonsThe training comprises between 128 and 148 lessons.
- Variants:The schools decide independently when the lessons take place. As a rule, the lessons are offered on two evenings per week and/or on Saturdays.
- Teaching formatsThe course can be completed in classroom teaching, in an online format or in a mixture of online and classroom teaching. Please contact the school of your choice directly to find out which teaching formats are offered. Here you will find a good overview of the advantages and disadvantages of the different teaching formats: https://www.edugames.ch/unterrichtsformen/
- Learning effortThanks to the in-service training concept, you can apply and deepen your knowledge immediately in practice. Nevertheless, you should allow sufficient time for preparation and follow-up of the lessons and for self-study - how much depends on your previous knowledge, working style and learning speed. We recommend that you allow at least 4-6 hours per week as a precaution.
Question 6:
Can you find the time for lessons and self-study?
Great!
Tip for self-study: Set yourself realistic daily or weekly targets and think about a small reward when you have achieved them. A good study strategy not only motivates you, but also protects you from chaotic, stressful study days and nights shortly before the exam.
If you do not have that much time, contact the providers and clarify whether you can possibly complete the training over more than six months.
If you still don't have enough time, check whether you can create space for yourself elsewhere. Perhaps someone close to you can take on certain tasks for you for the duration of your training?
Degree, diploma and title
The modules of the "Logistics Clerk" course are examined and completed separately during the course. As a rule, the module examinations are completed in writing at the school.
Those who have successfully completed all modules receive the certificate.
Diploma and title
Successful graduates receive either the school's own certificate or the ASFL SVBL association certificate. They are entitled to use the following title: "Logistics clerk / Logistics clerk [name of school / association]"
Question 7:
Do you have the confidence to pass the Logistics Clerk advanced training course?
Great!
Here are some general success factors on the way to a new training qualification:
- Regular attendance of lessons
- Actively contribute your questions, don't leave anything half-understood in the room!
- Interest in the topic and active participation in class
- Detailed preparation and follow-up of the lesson material at home
- Committed cooperation in group work, processing of case studies, etc.
- Participation in learning groups for regular exchange
- Intensive exam preparation: practise exam situations and gain exam experience, e.g. in simulation exams.
If you are unsure, we recommend that you attend an information event on this course.
Arrange a personal consultation appointment with the school. Explain your interest and concerns and see how your counterpart reacts to which points and what they recommend.
Ask the school management about support options. Also consider whether you would like other support, for example from learning therapists or coaches, autogenic or mental training.
Here are some general success factors on the way to a new training qualification:
- Regular attendance of lessons
- Actively contribute your questions, don't leave anything half-understood in the room!
- Interest in the topic and active participation in class
- Detailed preparation and follow-up of the lesson material at home
- Committed cooperation in group work, processing of case studies, etc.
- Participation in learning groups for regular exchange
- Intensive exam preparation: practise exam situations and gain exam experience, e.g. in simulation exams.
If you are not at all confident about passing the final exam but would like to complete the training, it is best to arrange a personal consultation appointment with a school. Explain your interest and your concerns and see how your counterpart reacts to which points and what they recommend.
Ask the school of your choice whether there are any support options for you.
Also consider whether you would like other support, for example from learning therapists or coaches, autogenic or mental training. You can find suitable offers here:
No, the Logistics Clerk certificate does not suit you. What a pity? - Maybe not, because there are so many other options for further training. One or the other will certainly suit you much better.
Check which other further training courses are suitable for you. OnEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a large selection of offers.
Logistics clerk training is probably not the right further training goal for you.
Are you surprised or disappointed? Perhaps take the test again and see where your ideas or possibilities deviate from the ideal job. Perhaps this will point you in the direction of more suitable further training.
Then see which other further training courses interest you. ToEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a large selection of offers.
That's a half-hearted result: the logistics clerk apprenticeship doesn't seem ideal for you. Or is it perhaps the form of training that doesn't suit you or isn't a good organizational fit?
See which other further training courses are suitable for you. OnEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a large selection of offers.
Logistics clerk training is not ideal for you - or is it?
If you are unsure, it is best to attend the providers' information events. There you can find out more about further training and discuss your personal options and questions directly with the specialist representatives present.
Directly to the schools:
This training seems to suit you.
As a next step, we recommend that you attend an information event at suitable schools and obtain details of the exact costs and dates.
Directly to the schools:
This course seems to be made for you!
The best thing to do now is to attend information events at the schools you are interested in and find out everything you need to know about the specific content, costs and dates.
Directly to the schools:
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