How to become a food manufacturing inspector
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
College
You could do a college course to get some of the skills and knowledge you need for this job.
Courses include:
- Level 3 Diploma in Food and Drink Operations
- T Level in Science
Once working, you would complete further training to become an inspector.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths for a T level
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Apprenticeship
You can work towards this job by doing an advanced apprenticeship for:
- food technologists
- food and drink process operators
You would complete further training in food quality and inspection after your apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Work
If you're working in the food and drinks industry, you can take training for a:
- Higher Certificate in Food Control
- Advanced Professional Certificate in Food Hygiene and Standards Control
You will also complete a portfolio of work for assessment as part of the training. These qualifications are awarded through the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.
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Further information
You can find out more about careers and training in food safety from the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.