Entry requirements
Entry requirements for the Certificate III in Food Processing vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Course fees
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Food Processing will prepare you for the following roles.
Food Production Worker
A Food Production Worker performs a range of tasks during the production of food or drink products. You might be involved in preparing and mixing i...
Food Process Worker
A Food Process Worker is part of the overall manufacturing team at a food or drink making facility. You might prepare ingredients to make food or d...
Production Worker
A Production Worker plays a vital role in manufacturing and production settings, handling tasks such as assembling products, operating machinery, a...
Food Production Supervisor
A Food Production Supervisor manages a team of workers at a food processing facility. You might supervise the overall production of food and drink...
Production Operator
A Production Operator uses a range of plant and equipment in the mining industry. You might work in a metalliferous processing facility or in coal...
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