South West TAFE
Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher) (Apprenticeship)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification is the trade qualification for Retail Butchers. The aim is to train apprentices in the workplace and give them the skills needed to be able cut, price, display and sell meat to the public. They will use training materials and information from their trainers and employer to build their knowledge. They will be given the opportunity to put this knowledge into practice by processing real amounts of product in real-time.
Delivery mode
South West TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
You need to be employed in this field as an apprentice or trainee before commencing this course.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher) (Apprenticeship) will prepare you for the following roles.
Abattoir Knife Hand
An Abattoir Knife Hand performs a range of tasks in an abattoir. You might cut meat from carcasses or trim it to remove fat. Abattoir Knife Hands m...
Butcher
A Butcher produces meat to sell in a butchery, supermarket or other specialty store. You might cut meat to size, prepare marinades, crumbs and othe...
Abattoir Labourer
An Abattoir Labourer undertakes various duties during the preparation of meat at an abattoir. You might prepare livestock for slaughter or cut meat...
About South West TAFE
South West TAFE is a world-class educator in an idyllic regional setting at the heart of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road region.
As the number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, SWTAFE offers practical and inspiring teaching that prepares students for in-demand jobs now and into the future. Our focus is on delivering courses that give our graduates the skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.
We offer over 150 nationally-recognised qualifications and short courses, and all are delivered by people with practical experience and backed by strong industry connections.