Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher)
- National Course Code: AMP30815
- TAFE NSW code: AMP30815-01V03-22WST-002
Location – Wollongong West - (Apprenticeships)
Attendance
Variable
Course Start Date
Anytime
Study Commitment
0 Hours per week
Duration
2.4 years
- Nationally Recognised Training
- Apprenticeship Allowed
- This training is fully government-subsidised under JobTrainer
Course Details
Start your career as a Retail Butcher with the nationally accredited Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butchery). With this trade qualification, you will master the art of breaking down carcass meat, cutting and trimming smaller cuts and fine artisan techniques. You will also learn to manage retail operations so you are ready to join this enduring industry.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through on the job experience and theoretical course work, you will learn:
- Practical butchery skills
- How the meat industry is structured and functions
- Cooking and retail operations
- Essentials on storing meat
- Customer service and merchandising skills
- Retail operations
- Team leadership skills
- Hygiene and sanitation practices
- Safe work policies and procedures
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Sharpen the skills you need to get ahead in this field:
- Keen eye for detail
- Good spatial awareness and dexterity
- Entrepreneurial, self-motivated spirit
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Hand and eye coordination
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course will provide you with:
- A trade qualification in Meat Processing (Retail Butchery)
GROW YOUR CAREER
You can take your career further with additional study:
- Certificate IV in Meat Processing (Meat Safety) and become a Meat Inspector
- Certificate IV Meat Processing (Quality Assurance) and become a Quality Assurance Officer
INDUSTRY DEMAND
The meat industry has a retiring workforce which is creating a strong demand for trade qualified butchers within retail.
Consumers are also changing the face of the industry with demands on ethically farmed produce and an expectation of food provenance. Boutique butchers are increasingly providing small batch, artisan products and hand crafted products to meet consumer needs.
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
TAFE NSW offers the Certificate III in Meat Processing (retail butcher) as an apprenticeship. There may also be options available for you to study as a non-apprentice.
Apprenticeship
To be eligible for this course, you must:
- Be employed as an apprentice in the meat processing industry evidenced by a letter of support from your employer
- Submit your training plan proposal (TPP) with your application
Non-apprenticeship
There may be options available for you to study as a non-apprentice. Enquire today and our Apprenticeship and Traineeship team will support you to understand any eligibility or entry requirements for our non-apprenticeship qualifications.
WORK PLACEMENT
This course has a mandatory minimum work placement requirement of 8 hours per week.
Depending on your circumstances, your work placement hours can be completed as part of an apprenticeship with your employer or with a suitable industry employer.
If you do not have an apprenticeship, you are responsible for arranging work placement with a suitable business prior to enrolment. If you need assistance, our team can provide a letter of introduction including:
- Your enrolment start and end dates
- TAFE NSW insurance policy
- Information about the roles and responsibilities of your employer
- A risk assessment form for your employer to complete and return
Chat to us about work placement support.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- The ability to work as part of a team
- Good time management skills
- Effective communication skills
- Adaptability skills
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Professional integrity and display respect, honesty and are punctual
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
With 130 locations across the state, TAFE NSW tailors qualifications to meet the needs of the local community and specific student groups (like apprentices, fast-tracked and online students). To make sure this course is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you are:
- an apprentice (you will work in industry and study at the same time)
- employed full time
- signed up with an Apprentice Network Provider and have a Training Plan Proposal
Discover the skills you need, for the job you want at a TAFE NSW Information Session.
You may also be required to complete approximately 6 hours of additional study. This additional study could include private study, work placements and research.
The course is on the job training and will run for 30 months.
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
Apprenticeship: Australian Apprenticeships training can be on-the-job, off-the-job or a combination of both. TAFE NSW will negotiate your attendance and study pattern with you and your employer.
This is a fully government-subsidised JobTrainer course. Eligibility criteria applies.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process. Payment plans are available through TAFE NSW for Smart and Skilled eligible qualifications.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
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RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
Enrolling with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. Enrol and pay online via our secure payment gateway to secure your place. As you progress through the enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| AMPR301 | Prepare specialised cuts |
| AMPR302 | Assess carcase or product quality |
| AMPR303 | Calculate yield of carcase or product |
| AMPR304 | Manage stock |
| AMPR305 | Meet customer needs |
| AMPR306 | Provide advice on nutritional role of meat |
| AMPR307 | Merchandise products, services |
| AMPR316 | Cure, corn and sell product |
| AMPR317 | Assess and sell poultry products |
| AMPR319 | Locate, identify and assess meat cuts |
| AMPR320 | Assess and address customer preferences |
| AMPR322 | Prepare and produce value added products |
| AMPX304 | Prepare primal cuts |
| AMPCOR201 | Maintain personal equipment |
| AMPCOR202 | Apply hygiene and sanitation practices |
| AMPCOR204 | Follow safe work policies and procedures |
| AMPCOR205 | Communicate in the workplace |
| AMPCOR206 | Overview the meat industry |
| AMPR101 | Identify species and meat cuts |
| AMPR102 | Trim meat for further processing |
| AMPR103 | Store meat product |
| AMPR104 | Prepare minced meat and minced meat products |
| AMPR105 | Provide service to customers |
| AMPR203 | Select, weigh and package meat for sale |
| AMPR212 | Clean meat retail work area |
| AMPX209 | Sharpen knives |
| FBPOPR2069 | Use numerical applications in the workplace |
| AMPCOR203 | Comply with Quality Assurance and HACCP requirements |
| AMPR201 | Break and cut product using a bandsaw |
| AMPR202 | Provide advice on cooking and storage of meat products |
| AMPR204 | Package products using manual packing and labelling equipment |
| AMPR205 | Use basic methods of meat cookery |
| AMPR208 | Make and sell sausages |
| AMPR209 | Produce and sell value-added products |
| AMPX201 | Prepare and operate bandsaw |
| AMPX210 | Prepare and slice meat cuts |
| AMPX211 | Trim meat to specifications |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| AMPR308 | Prepare, roll, sew and net meat |
| AMPR309 | Bone and fillet poultry |
| AMPR310 | Cost and price meat products |
| AMPR311 | Prepare portion control to specifications |
| AMPR210 | Receive meat products |
| AMPR108 | Monitor meat temperature from receival to sale |
| AMPR323 | Break small stock carcases for retail sale |
| AMPR324 | Break large stock carcases for retail sale |
Butcher
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
Course Location
Wollongong West - (Apprenticeships)
Phone 131 601
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