GOTAFE (Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE)
1.5 years
Develop technical and supervisory expertise in food processing with this 1.5-year part-time qualification. Ideal for food industry professionals seeking advancement into senior roles through a blend of workplace learning and specialized training in food safety, quality control, and production management.
Applicants must complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to demonstrate required literacy and numeracy levels. A Pre-training Review interview ensures the course suits your needs and career aspirations. You must be working in the food processing industry for a minimum of two days per week with access to a food safety program for assessment tasks. You'll need a laptop/computer with internet access and access to a digital or video camera for assessment tasks. General stationery supplies are also required.
The course comprises 20 units: 8 core and 12 elective units. Core subjects include: Work, Health & Safety in food production workplaces; Microbiological procedures in the food industry; Principles of nutrition applied to food processing; Food safety plan supervision and maintenance; Food contamination and spoilage control; Data analysis using mathematical principles; Food testing; and Environmentally sustainable work practices. Elective units cover food safety compliance assessment, food safety audits, allergen management programs, food packaging principles, food additives, sensory analysis, and chemical testing procedures. Students can choose either an auditing or food processing stream.
GOTAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3094) delivering government-accredited qualifications with national recognition. The provider offers comprehensive student support services including learning support, counselling, disability support, and career guidance. The workplace-blended delivery model combines practical industry experience with specialized residential workshops led by experienced trainers, ensuring students develop both theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills relevant to current food processing industry standards.
Graduates are prepared for senior roles in the food processing industry including food technology specialist, marketing and management positions, production supervision, quality control officer, research and development roles, and food standards and regulation positions. The qualification also provides a pathway to further study in the Diploma of Food Science and Technology (FBP50121), enabling career progression into advanced technical and management positions within the food industry.
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