Food Processing (Apprenticeship)
Length | Entry requirements | Fees
Why take this apprenticeship?
• A chance to earn as you learn and the best of both worlds: college and work.
• It gives you a good grounding in the industry and if you lack confidence, there's lots of support.
• You'll have the opportunity to gain extra skills.
• Your employer will work in partnership with us to deliver your training programme.
How does an apprenticeship work?
What you can expect from us
- Our fully trained professional team of staff will create a clear development plan for you and offer you support motivation and regular feedback on your progress.
- We'll keep in touch with you at your workplace including visits.
- We'll always give confidential and impartial information, advice, guidance and support to help you achieve your goals.
What we expect from you
- You'll be passionate and enthusiastic about your chosen industry and committed to the programme.
- You need to be willing to do some work on your own.
- You'll be assessed at your workplace, you need to prepare for and attend these assessment visits and any other appointments.
Tell me about the course in general
This excellent training programme is designed to train you in food processing. While you're in college you will take part in
practical skills sessions, portfolio building, theory and IT sessions. You'll also work alongside others as part of a team.
What qualifications will I get?
NVQ Level 2 in Food Processing, plus Functional Skills qualifications and food safety qualifications.
What can I go on to next?
You can go on to the Advanced Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery afterwards.
How will I be assessed?
You'll be assessed while carrying out your work tasks in the College and in the workplace, as well as through your portfolio,
and a question/answer session.
Length
12-15 months, depending on your age and ability.
You'll spend four or five days in work and one day in college.
Fees
Find out what the fees are for this courseWhat do I need to join the course?
You'll need to be working in this industry or be prepared to apply for a job.You'll be invited to an informal interview where we'll chat through your options
and make sure you're on the right course.
