Meat Processing Courses
Get the skills you need to work at abattoirs and meat processing plants with a nationally recognised training course.
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AMP30815
The AMP30815 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher) is the trade qualification for retail butchers and their apprentices. Over 2.5 years of hands-on training you will gain both practic...
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Abattoir Knife Hand
Abattoir Labourer
Butcher
Beginner courses
If you're new to meat processing, these courses are a great place to start.
AMP30216
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Meat Process Worker
Become a qualified meat worker with the AMP30216 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Food Services). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to cut and process different meats using a range of knives and food processing equipment. Your studies begin with an introduction to the Australian meat industry — learning HACCP, hygiene and sanitation, work health and safety, plus the communication skills you’ll need to become an effective member of a food processing team. You’ll then gain technical skills that support your employment at abattoirs, smallgoods facilities, or delicatessens. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, meat processing career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
AMP30316
Traineeship
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Meat Inspector
The AMP30316 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Meat Safety) is the minimum qualification for meat inspectors working at domestic abattoirs or meat processing plants. The course is delivered over 2 years and you’ll gain an extensive knowledge of the meat industry in Australia, plus the practical skills to conduct ante and post-mortem inspections on different types of animals. Graduate with the administrative skills you need to follow strict hygiene, sanitation, HACCP, and quality control standards.
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Average duration: 12 months.
AMP30815
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Abattoir Knife Hand
Butcher
Abattoir Labourer
The AMP30815 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher) is the trade qualification for retail butchers and their apprentices. Over 2.5 years of hands-on training you will gain both practical skills and industry knowledge, then graduate as a fully qualified butcher. The course covers: using knives and cutting tools, trimming and cutting different types of meat and poultry, personal safety, selling meat to customers, cleaning and sanitation.
Enquire now for available training centres and your eligibility for subsidised training..
Average duration: 12 months.
Advanced courses
These courses are best suited for those already in this field who wish to progress their career.
AMP40315
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Abattoir Supervisor
If you’re an experienced meat worker looking to step into a supervisor’s role, try the AMP40315 Certificate IV in Meat Processing (Leadership). This nationally recognised Certificate teaches you how to implement (and facilitate) Quality Assurance standards, WHS policy, and strict hygiene controls. Choose electives that support your actual job role: emergency animal disease response, team mentoring and supervision, product recall, food safety planning, developing operating procedures for job tasks, stock control.
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Average duration: 12 months.
AMP40415
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Quality Assurance (Abattoir) Worker
The AMP40415 Certificate IV in Meat Processing (Quality Assurance) is a 2 year course for Quality Control officers working in the Australian meat industry. This nationally recognised Certificate teaches you how to carry out internal audits and participate in the ongoing development of a HACCP and Quality Assurance system. Choose electives that support your job role: meat science, AUS-MEAT language, product recall, calculating carcass yield, biogas facilities.
Enquire now for the list of entry requirements and your nearest training centre..
Average duration: 12 months.
Job outcomes
Here are some potential job outcomes within meat processing. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Government funding
The Australian government provides funding for students completing a qualification in high demand industries. To receive government funding, you need to find a subsidised course by an approved provider and make sure you meet the eligibility requirements.
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