Food and Drink Modern Apprenticeships

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Food and Drink Modern Apprenticeships

Course Information

This Modern Apprenticeship is designed for individuals working in food and drink operation roles. It is suitable for both new and existing employees who want to develop their skills, gain industry-recognised qualifications and progress within the food and drink sector.

What Will I Learn?

Delivered in the workplace, this qualification will help you develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to work effectively in a food and drink manufacturing environment.

You will build your understanding of food safety, quality standards and safe working practices, while developing role-specific skills that support performance, productivity and future career progression within the industry.

Qualifications Gained

Modern Apprenticeship - Food and Drink Operations (Food Manufacturing Excellence) SCQF Level 5 

Duration/Attendance

This qualification is delivered entirely in the workplace, with no requirement to attend college. 

Apprentices develop their skills and knowledge through their day-to-day role and are supported by a dedicated assessor throughout the programme. 

Completed over 12 months.

Entry Requirements

Must be employed in a relevant role within the food and drink manufacturing industry.

Further Course Options

On successful completion, apprentices may progress to:

SVQ in Food & Drink SCQF 6

How Does It Help My Career?

This qualification provides recognised industry skills and experience, helping you develop in your current role and progress to more senior positions within the food and drink sector. It also supports further training and qualifications, enhancing your long-term career prospects.

Application Process

Enquiry only.

Who Is This Course For?

This Modern Apprenticeship is designed for individuals working in food and drink manufacturing roles who want to develop their skills and gain a recognised industry qualification. It is suitable for both new and existing employees looking to build their knowledge, improve performance and progress within the sector.

 

Course Information

This Modern Apprenticeship is designed for individuals working in food and drink production, processing and manufacturing roles. It is suitable for both new and existing employees who want to develop their skills, gain industry-recognised qualifications and progress within the food and drink sector.

What Will I Learn?

Delivered in the workplace, this qualification will help you develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to work effectively in a food and drink manufacturing environment.

You will develop essential skills in food safety, quality control, production processes and safe working practices, while building your problem-solving, communication, teamwork and attention to detail. These skills will support your performance in the workplace and future career progression within the industry.

Qualifications Gained

Modern Apprenticeship - Food and Drink Operations (Production and Processing Skills) SCQF Level 5 

Duration/Attendance

This qualification is delivered entirely in the workplace, with no requirement to attend college. 

Apprentices develop their skills and knowledge through their day-to-day role and are supported by a dedicated assessor throughout the programme. 

Completed over 12 months.

Entry Requirements

Must be employed in a relevant role in a Food and Drink production organisation.

Further Course Options

On successful completion, apprentices may progress to:

SVQ in Food & Drink SCQF 6

How Does It Help My Career?

This qualification provides recognised industry skills and experience, helping you develop in your current role and progress to more senior positions within the food and drink sector. It also supports further training and qualifications, enhancing your long-term career prospects.

Application Process

Enquiry only.

Who Is This Course For?

This Modern Apprenticeship is designed for individuals working in food and drink manufacturing roles who want to develop their skills and gain a recognised industry qualification. It is suitable for both new and existing employees looking to build their knowledge, improve performance and progress within the sector.

 

Course Information

This Modern Apprenticeship is designed for individuals working in spirits production and operations roles who want to develop their skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification. It is suitable for both new and existing employees involved in the production, processing and packaging of spirits who are looking to enhance their knowledge and progress their career within the industry.

What Will I Learn?

Delivered in the workplace, this qualification will help you develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to work effectively within a spirits production environment.

You will develop your understanding of production processes, quality standards, health and safety, and operational practices, while building role-specific skills that support performance, productivity and continuous improvement. The qualification also strengthens a range of transferable and core workplace skills that support professional development and career progression.

Qualifications Gained

Modern Apprenticeship - Spirits Operations SCQF Level 6

Duration/Attendance

This qualification is delivered entirely in the workplace, with no requirement to attend college. 

Apprentices develop their skills and knowledge through their day-to-day role and are supported by a dedicated assessor throughout the programme. 

Completed over 12 months.

Entry Requirements

Must be employed in a relevant spirit production and processing role.

Further Course Options

On successful completion, apprentices may progress to:
Supply Chain Management SCQF 7

How Does It Help My Career?

This qualification provides recognised industry skills and experience, helping you develop in your current role and progress to more senior positions within the food and drink sector. It also supports further training and qualifications, enhancing your long-term career prospects.

Application Process

Enquiry only.

Who Is This Course For?

This Modern Apprenticeship is designed for individuals working in spirits production and operations roles who want to develop their skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification. It is suitable for both new and existing employees looking to enhance their knowledge, improve performance and progress their career within the spirits industry.

 

Got any questions?

Whether you're looking to recruit new talent or upskill your existing workforce, our team is here to help you explore the right Modern Apprenticeship solution for your business.