This programme introduces learners to the fundamental principles of basic seafood tasks, covering key entry level skills and knowledge required by the seafood industry. 

Graduates will be capable of carrying out the various entry level routine tasks across the seafood industry sectors. 

Employers of learners can customise the skills and knowledge to meet their organisational needs – this is known as a Limited Credit Package (LCP) version of this programme. Covering all the fundamental skills, LCPs are great taster courses for entry level employees providing a pathway towards a full New Zealand Certificate.

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This programme is suitable for people working in seafood outlets, including wholesalers, fish & chip shops and supermarket fish bars. Learners gain knowledge around storage, displaying and monitoring displayed seafood. 

Skill areas covered include correct cleaning of display cases, procedures around weighing & pricing. Labelling is an important aspect at point of sale, and this area is covered, as well as hygienic practices. 

Employers of learners can customise the skills and knowledge to meet their organisational needs – this is known as a Limited Credit Package (LCP) version of this programme. Covering all the fundamental skills, LCPs are great taster courses for entry level employees providing a pathway towards a full New Zealand Certificate.

Download the training plan for Fish and Fish Products