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  1. Chapter 1: Preparing for Transactions
    4 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  2. Chapter 2: Recording Transactions and Processing Payments
    4 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  3. Chapter 3: Interact with Customers
    4 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  4. Chapter 4: Preventing Shrinkage and Losses
    3 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  5. Chapter 5: Maintaining Stock Balances
    3 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  6. Chapter 6: Replenish Change
    3 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  7. Chapter 7: Cashing Up
    4 Topics
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    1 Quiz
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Chapter 1: Preparing for Transactions

Nolubabalo Ngwanya March 11, 2026
Module Name:Chapter 1: Preparing for Transactions
Facilitator:Nolubabalo Ngwanya

Welcome to Chapter 1: Preparing for Transactions!

Welcome to Chapter 1 of the Cashier Course. In this chapter, we explore Preparing for Transactions. Please work through each section carefully and complete all activities on the eCampus platform.

📋 Chapter 1: Learning Outcomes

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  • Explain what a cashier does and name the POS equipment you will use at the till.
  • Follow the opening procedure for your till, and set up and check your float before the first customer.
  • Keep your till area clean, safe and ready, following housekeeping and safety standards.

✏️ Activity

Complete the online self-check activity below. Reflect on your understanding of POS preparation: What steps must a cashier take before starting a shift? How does proper preparation improve service delivery? Use this as a personal learning tool as you work through the eCampus platform.

✅ Summary

During this Chapter, we focused on the preparation steps a cashier must complete before starting transactions at the point of sale.

🔗 Additional Resources

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📊 Presentation Slides: Chapter 1 – Preparing for Transactions – PowerPoint Slides

📚 Read : Top 10 Tricks and Tips a cashier should know .



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