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Food Tester Courses in Melbourne

A Food Tester conducts laboratory tests on food products to ensure they meet safety and quality standards, reporting findings accurately.

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How do I become a Food Tester in Victoria

Get qualified to work as a Food Tester in Melbourne with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

FBP40421

Certificate IV in Food Science and Technology

Estimated fee

From $15,323

Duration

12 months - 18 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

Launch your career in food production and manufacturing with the FBP40421 Certificate IV in Food Science and Technology. This nationally recognised qualification delivers a mix of leadership and technical skills, developing your knowledge of the food industry and priming you for the next supervisor’s role. The course covers: WHS in food production workplaces, lab testing and microbiological procedures, principles of nutrition, food safety plans, contamination and spoilage, food safety compliance, and much...

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Estimated fee

From $15,323

Duration

12 months - 18 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

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MSL20122

Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement

Estimated fee

From $1,187

Duration

5 days - 18 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

The MSL20122 Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement qualifies you for work as a lab assistant or tester in a range of industries (e.g. food manufacturing, mining, pharmaceutical and agriculture). Over 6 months you’ll complete 8 study units and learn how to work in a laboratory or field workplace, collect routine samples, record and present the data, then carry out basic tests. The course has a heavy focus on laboratory and workplace safety. Enquire now for a course brochure and to find out how you can...

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Estimated fee

From $1,187

Duration

5 days - 18 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

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FBP10121

Certificate I in Food Processing

Estimated fee

Unknown

Duration

9 months

Study mode

Distance, On Campus

The FBP10121 Certificate I in Food Processing is the course you need to get started as a food process worker at food manufacturing companies, food processing plants, commercial bakeries and large supermarkets. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to operate basic food production machinery and follow work procedures that ensure the safety, quality, and integrity of food products. The course also covers personal safety at work, workplace communication, and environmental protocols in f...

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Estimated fee

Unknown

Duration

9 months

Study mode

Distance, On Campus

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MSL20118

Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement

Estimated fee

Unknown

Duration

Unknown

Study mode

The Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement (MSL20118) qualifies you for work as a lab assistant or tester in a range of industries (e.g. food manufacturing, mining, pharmaceutical and agriculture). Over 6 months you’ll complete 8 study units and learn how to work in a laboratory or field workplace, collect routine samples, record and present the data, then carry out basic tests. The course has a heavy focus on laboratory and workplace safety. Enquire now for a course brochure and to find out how you c...

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Course providers

The following providers offer Food Tester courses in Melbourne.

RTO code

5800

Courses available

12

Provider name

South Regional TAFE

RTO code

52790

Courses available

146

RTO code

52789

Courses available

131

Provider name

North Regional TAFE

RTO code

52788

Courses available

149

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