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    • Course code
      FDF30103
    • Location
      In your workplace
    • Length
      Part Time

      3 years

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

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    • Traineeship Combines accredited training with your job.

    Certificate III in Food Processing

    Completed in the workplace at your own pace, this course provides supervisor level training for the food processing industry. Streams are available in aerated water, biscuits, dairy processing, fruit and vegetable, confectionery, general foods, pastry, pet food, poultry, flour milling, stockfeed milling, wine, tea and coffee.

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  • Possible Job Outcomes

      Food Processor

      Food Operator

      Leading Hand

      Team Leader

  • Sample Units of Study

    FDFZPRW1A - Participate effectively in a workplace environment

    FDFCORHS3A - Monitor the implementation of occupational health and safety policies and procedures

    FDFZPRIPK3A - Apply raw materials/ingredient and process knowledge

    FDFOPTPAP3A - Participate in an audit process

    FDFCORBM2A - Use basic mathematical concepts

    FDFZPRCI2A - Operate a process control interface

    FDFOPTPIP3A - Participate in improvement processes

    FDFCORQFS3A - Monitor the implementation of the quality and food safety programs

    FDFZPMMB2A - Operate a mixing/blending process

    FDFCORWCM2A - Present and apply workplace information

    FDFZPRSYS3A - Operate processes in a production system

    FDFOPTENV3A - Monitor the implementation of the environmental management policies and procedures

  • 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

    Core subjects such as Communication, Occupational Health and Safety, Quality, Food Safety and Food Processing Specialist Subjects are covered in this course.

    Entry requirements: No formal requirements. Trainees must have a ‘Registered Training Agreement’ with their employer.

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    • Requirements

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

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      Certificate III in Food Processing

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