Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification
Credential: Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification
Credentialing Agency: National Retail Federation (NRF)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The National Retail Federation (NRF), Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification is an intermediate-level certification for professionals who provide customer support. The Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification assesses candidates’ selling skills and their ability to gain customer commitment. Candidates for the Advanced-level customer service and sales certification are required to earn the entry-level NRF Customer Service and Sales Certification first. Candidates must take a written exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite: Customer Service and Sales Certification
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
National Retail Federation (NRF)
1101 New York Ave NW
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202) 783-7971
Fax: (202) 737-2849
Contact Page
Credential Pre-requisite REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must earn the NRF Customer Service and Sales Certification.
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification credential has the following other requirements:
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Candidates must be at least 15 years old, or if a student, have attained at least 10th grade standing and must be in good standing with their employer, or training program.
Written Exam
- Prepares for Selling (33%)
- Gains Customer Commitment and Closes the Sale (39%)
- Develops and Implements a Sales Follow - Up Plan (28%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
- Related Training
Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Castle Worldwide. The test centers are located in the U.S.
To find out more, use the following links on the Castle Worldwide website:
For more information on the National Retail Federation (NRF) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification
Renewal Period: 3 years
Additional considerations for the Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification include:
- NRF does not require any specific education, training, or experience for candidates over the age of 16; however, it is suggested that candidates for the Advanced Customer Service and Sales Certification should be knowledgeable in the areas addressed in the certification exam.