Meat Inspector Courses

The AMP40522 Certificate IV in Meat Safety Inspection equips individuals to work as meat inspectors or safety officers in meat processing establishments. They perform post-mortem and, at times, ante-mortem inspections to ensure meat is safe for consumption, adhering to Australian Standards. This qualification provides specialised technical skills and knowledge of food animal diseases, enabling autonomous work, sound judgement, and problem-solving. Individuals may also supervise teams and take responsibility for others' work. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates.

The AMP31116 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Livestock Handling) is the minimum qualification for labourers and leading hands working at stockyards or lairage. This course is completed over 2 years and teaches you how to prepare livestock for slaughter — while maintaining animal welfare and handling requirements. The course covers HACCP and legal standards of the Australian meat industry, and you can choose specialisations in team leadership, stock handling, and lairage. Enquire now for upcoming intake dates and the list of elective choices.

The AMP30815 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher) is the trade qualification for retail butchers and their apprentices. Over 2.5 years of hands-on training you will gain both practical skills and industry knowledge, then graduate as a fully qualified butcher. The course covers: using knives and cutting tools, trimming and cutting different types of meat and poultry, personal safety, selling meat to customers, cleaning and sanitation. Enquire now for available training centres and your eligibility for subsidised training.