Aimed At:

This qualification covers work activities undertaken by workers commencing work in an abattoir. Graduates from this qualification will be able to:

• access, record and act on a defined range of information from a range of sources
• apply and communicate known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems
• use a limited range of equipment to complete tasks involving known routines and procedures with a limited range of options.

The AMP20316 Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs) is a highly flexible qualification enabling selections to be made from a wide range of units.
Graduates from this qualification will be able to:

• access, record and act on a defined range of information from a range of sources.
• apply and communicate known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.
• use a limited range of equipment to complete tasks involving known routines and procedures with a limited range of options.

Pathways & Opportunities:
This qualification is aimed at new workers. The Certificate II qualification reflects the role of individuals who undertake mainly routine work. Generally, Certificate II is used as an induction into the industry and is aligned to operator, production and assistant roles. It is also a pathway to further learning.

Course Outcome:
AMP20316 Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs).

Entry Requirements:
Participants should already be employed within the abattoir sector.

Resources Required:
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable Internet connection to access FS Alliances online learning system aXcelerate, and a computer or device with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader.
You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical assessments. This includes having access to and wearing appropriate attire including workplace specific PPE, appropriate clothing, safety footwear as per the workplace policy, knives and sharpening tools. More details will be provided after enrolment or during induction.

Timeframe:
12 Months

Fees:
Fee for Service - $3,000
Queensland Government User Choice Program – See units for Student contribution fees* - Note eligibility criteria needs to be met to receive funding. Refer to www.fsalliance.edu.au for further details.  

Intake:
Enrolments are taken all year.

Location:
Applicants accepted Australia Wide.

Study Mode:

• Workplace – face to Face
• Work in industry
• Blended (Face-to-Face and Online using aXcelerate)

Credit Transfer:
We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

Assessment Method:
Assessment will be conducted via a number of different assessments, for example, written assessment (Quiz), workplace observation, and verification by supervisor/employer.

Requirements for Completion of the Qualification: 

The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency.
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

• minimum 9 units of competency, to a minimum value of 40 points:
  • 6 (20 points) core units plus
  • a minimum of 3 elective units, to a minimum value of 20 points.

Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:

• Select at least elective 3 units, to a minimum of 20 points
• Units with a value of up to fifteen points can be selected from a Certificate III in Meat Processing qualification in Slaughtering, Boning Room, Rendering, General, Packing Room, Livestock Handling, Quality Assurance or Meat Safety
• A maximum of four units can be selected from other Certificate II level qualifications in this Training Package, or from another Training Package or accredited course. Units selected will be worth 2 points
• Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in an abattoir and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 2

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