OverviewAbout this course
Discover a a flexible career in meat preparation. Gain a wide range of skills in butchery, food preparation and customer service. Learn about the retail meat industry as you develop skills to thrive in a range of roles like deli and in-store butcher assistant.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Perform in-store cooking demonstrations
Identify different cuts of meat, prepare and present them for sale
Provide meal advice to customers and great customer service
Provide advice on preparing, cooking, storing different cuts of meat
Apply hygiene and food safety guidelines
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Knife skills
Providing meal solutions tailored to the customer’s specific dietary requirements, for example, a low fat diet
A strong study pathway to further your career and gain a trade in the meat industry
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.
Be employed in the meat processing industry as this course is delivered in the workplace
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
The ability to follow health and safety instructions
Good spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination
Effective communication skills
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: In-store butcher assistant, Wholesale meat packer, Production assistant, Meat retail assistant, Deli assistant and Meat production packer
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate II in Meat Processing (Food Services) does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study2 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate II in Meat Processing (Food Services) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 14 units of competency, including 6 core and 8 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Follow safe work policies and proceduresAMPCOR204
Overview the meat industryAMPCOR206
Communicate in the workplaceAMPCOR205
Apply hygiene and sanitation practicesAMPCOR202
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