Get the skills you need for the job you want, working as a butcher.
Through this course, you'll gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in the meat retail industry and learn how to prepare different types of meat cuts, including sausages, poultry, value-added items and cured meat.
You will also learn about maintaining equipment, packaging, managing stock, first aid, food safety programs, hygiene, and workplace health and safety.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study.
Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
This course provides job-ready skills to begin a career in the meat industry as a butcher or meat retailer in butcher shops, retail outlets or supermarkets.
Discover your passion for quality meat preparation and learn from expert lecturers at SM TAFE as you gain a specialised skillset to prepare you for industry.
Choose a private training provider that delivers this course
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
Australian College of Training offers Apprenticeships in AMP30815 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher). Training is conducted as on-the-job training at the student's workplace. We provide flexible training to students in both Perth metro and regional areas. Please telephone (08) 9472 6111 for more information and to discuss your options.
Delivery locations
TSA offers Apprenticeships in AMP30815 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher). We deliver training, coaching and assessment within the workplace to benefit both the employer and the participant. TSA develop in consultation with the trainee and employer an individual training plan selecting units of competency that suit your work requirements and enable career path progression. Delivery Onsite
Please call (08) 97261104 for further details and to discuss your options.
Delivery locations
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.