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    • Course code
      MTM20107
    • Location
      In your workplace
    • Length
      Part Time

      1 year

    • Commencing
      Ongoing throughout the year
    • How to Apply
      Direct to Chisholm

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    • Traineeship Combines accredited training with your job.

    Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs)

    Completed in the workplace at the your own pace, this qualification prepares you for general tasks in a meat works boning environment for processing sheep, beef and pigs.

    What you need to know...

  • Possible Job Outcomes

      Offal processer

      Slaughter Person

      Meat Processing Work

      Meat Worker

  • Sample Units of Study

    MTMP2143A - Separate offal

    MTMP2102A - Process thick skirts

    MTMMP1C - Maintain personal equipment

    MTMMP5C - Communicate in the workplace

    MTMMP3C - Apply quality assurance practices

    MTMP2141A - Overview offal processing on slaughter floor

    MTMMP4C - Follow safe work policies and procedures

    MTMP2145A - Separate & tie runners

    MTMP2142A - Present offal for inspection

    MTMMP6C - Overview the meat industry

    HLTFA301B - Apply first aid

    MTMMP11C - Sharpen knives

    MTMMP2C - Apply hygiene and sanitation practices

    MTMP2144A - Trim offal fat

  • Costs

    Course fees can vary. Also, depending on your situation, you may be eligible for government subsidised training or other exemptions may apply. For more information check the FAQs and the 'Fees and charges' page on this website. Or you can call 1300 CHISHOLM (1300 244 746) or email us your enquiry

  • Notes

    Areas of study covered include a wide range of Abattoir skills in addition to Food Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Quality Assurance, maintenance of personal equipment and Communication.

    Entry requirements: No formal requirements for entry into this course. However those who are not undertaking full time study and are an apprentice must have entered into a ‘Contract of Training’ with their employer and be employed as an apprentice.

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    • Requirements

      No formal requirements. Applicants must have a ‘Registered Training Agreement’ with their employer

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      Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs)

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