A Guide To The Butchery Apprenticeship Scheme

We have recently covered reasons you should work in meat wholesale, however, the blog rather unfairly assumes that you already have prior knowledge of the ins and outs of the wholesale meat business. If you don’t already have a thorough understanding of the butchering industry, luckily; there is an option just for you. That of course being the level two butchery apprenticeship. 

At HP Westwood, your proud wholesale butchers from Staffordshire, we offer this fantastic and all encompassing opportunity.

This is why we thought it best to go over some of the most asked questions regarding this industry leading apprenticeship scheme.

What Is the Butchery Apprenticeship Scheme? 

The butchery apprenticeship scheme is a fantastic all encompassing course which provides an in-depth understanding of all things relating to abattoir work. Through the duration of the course, the participants will develop essential skills and unrivalled knowledge in the meat wholesale field. 

The long term aim of the course is to ensure the mastery of the butchery craftsmanship for years to come. The scheme also intends to expand the overall reach of butchery working as well as elevate the occupation to new and exciting standards. 

The Butchery Apprenticeship Scheme offers multiple pathways to becoming a fully qualified butcher serving eagerly awaiting customers. 

Where Can Take Part In This Scheme? 

You might be pleased to know that this fantastic scheme is available up and down the country. Whether you are choosing to work at a Birmingham Slaughterhouse or more southern butchers; there are many opportunities available. 

We have already previously stated our enthusiasm for being a wholesale butchers in Staffordshire and Cheshire so as you might have guessed; we offer a work based placement as part of this great course. 

What Does The Course Entail? 

When we previously stated that the course is all encompassing, we really meant it. The Butchery Apprenticeship offers unique hands-on experience you can not get from training procedures as well as learning the theory to hone and expand your increasing skills pallet. 

The skills you will expand upon include, but are are not limited to: 

• Interpersonal
• Communication
• Practically
• Craftsmanship
• Problem solving
• Adaptability

Are There Other Schemes?  

Whilst we offer the level two butchery apprenticeship scheme, there is also the advanced butchery apprenticeship scheme available. This scheme looks primarily at management roles in the wholesale meat industry as well as ways to increase your overall impact on the meat business as a whole. 

Want To Learn About The Butchery Apprenticeship Scheme? 

Has this apprenticeship scheme sparked an interest in the meat wholesale industry? If you would like more information about this industry leading scheme, please contact us.