Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Meat Processing
Certificate III in Meat Processing
AMP30622
BIZ5
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 02/02/2026 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 24/01/2023 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as skilled operators, or in roles to oversee quality programs, in a meat processing premises. In such roles, workers have responsibility for overseeing part or all of a processing plant and related equipment. They are required to work autonomously, use judgement, interpret information, and apply solutions to routine and some non-routine problems. They may also take some responsibility for the output of others.
This qualification offers an optional specialisation in:
- Quality.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory food safety, and work health and safety codes, regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
Licensing/regulatory information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- fifteen (15) units of competency:
- four (4) core units plus
- eleven (11) elective units.
The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- at least eight (8) units from any elective group below
- up to three (3) units from this or any other endorsed training package or accredited course. Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Any combination of electives that meets the packaging rules above can be selected for the award of the AMP30622 Certificate III in Meat Processing.
Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation area as follows:
- at least five (5) Group A electives must be selected for the award of the Certificate III in Meat Processing (Quality).
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFA37 | AMPCOM301 | Communicate effectively at work | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OFA32 | AMPQUA301 | Comply with hygiene and sanitation requirements | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OFA07 | AMPWHS301 | Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OFA51 | AMPQUA302 | Maintain food safety and quality programs | 65 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A - Quality
For the award of Certificate III in Meat Processing (Quality), users must complete at least five (5) units listed in Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B - General Electives
The remaining units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDJ0 | AMP30616 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (General) | Qualification |
| BDI2 | AMP30716 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (Quality Assurance) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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