Expand+Our admissions team are on hand to assist you with your application and answer any questions you may have on the course.

Students who wish to apply to this course should follow the following application process.

Step 1: Enquire through the form...

Hide-Our admissions team are on hand to assist you with your application and answer any questions you may have on the course.

Students who wish to apply to this course should follow the following application process.

Step 1: Enquire through the form at the top right of this page

Step 2: A member of our team will be in contact through phone or email

Step 3: If you are deemed to be eligible for the course, you will be sent an application form by email. You MUST fill in this application form and attach all necessary *documents (CV, ID, Transcripts, etc.)

Step 4: On submission of the completed application form and all documentation, your application will be sent to the associated department for final approval. You will receive an e-mail confirming your place on the programme. (Note: This process can take up to one week particularly during busy admission periods.)

*We accept scanned documents in a pdf format. Pictures of documents are not accepted.

**For those who are applying for Springboard or HCI funding, you will be directed to fill out an additional application form on the Springboard website, this is to confirm your eligibility to receive funding

Expand+COURSE OVERVIEW

This in-demand certificate is designed and developed with your career development in mind, helping students gain employment in some of Ireland's leading Food and Beverage companies such as Dawn Meats, Kerry Foods, Glanbia, Ornua ...

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This in-demand certificate is designed and developed with your career development in mind, helping students gain employment in some of Ireland's leading Food and Beverage companies such as Dawn Meats, Kerry Foods, Glanbia, Ornua Foods and many more.

This programme is suitable for those starting their studies, returning to work or looking to gain industry-specific knowledge for career development. Students will gain a deep understanding of the regulation and enforcement of food laws, the application of critical process controls in packaging & labeling as well as the food manufacturing industry.

Expand+Module 1: Food Microbiology
Microbiology in the Food industry, microbiological risks in food processing, contamination control systems and procedures, hygienic practice, decontamination of work areas.

Module 2: Manufacturing Process Technology
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Hide-Module 1: Food Microbiology
Microbiology in the Food industry, microbiological risks in food processing, contamination control systems and procedures, hygienic practice, decontamination of work areas.

Module 2: Manufacturing Process Technology
Structure of the food industry in Ireland, steps involved in the manufacturing of commercial food items, operations and processes involved in food production, equipment.

Module 3: HACCP - Quality System in Food Manufacturing
Principles of HACCP and GMP in the food industry, audits and regulatory requirements.

Module 4: Food Regulatory Affairs
Quality Management System, EU regulatory for industrial and retailer standards in the food industry, QC testing, Food Hygiene Standards, non-conformance.

Module 5: Process Improvement
Lean Thinking, Six Sigma, Process Mapping, data collection, validation and root cause analysis, CAPA

Module 6: Occupational Safety & Environmental Safety for the Food Industry
Responsibilities and roles under international legal frameworks, safety statements and steps in the preparation, types of hazards, waste materials and contaminants.

Module 7: Applied Maths for Food Science
Calculation of concentration and dilutions, accuracy and precision, probability, statistical data

Module 8: Fundamentals of Science
Calculation and conversion, functional groups and molecular structures, physical and chemical measurements, routes of drug absorption, mechanisms of metabolism and excretion.

Module 9: Preparation for Work
Personal career development, networking, CV preparation and interview skills.

Module 10: Learning to Learn
Personal Strengths and weaknesses as a learner, set specific learning goals and create a personal learning plan; Study effectively as an independent learner and work collaboratively as a member of a team; Manage time efficiently with regard to planning and organising learning tasks; Use critical thinking and analytical skills to solve a variety of problems; Write a research-based report and make an effective presentation; the importance of academic integrity and identify ways of avoiding plagiarism in academic work through appropriate referencing.

Expand+CAREER OPTIONS

With the continued growth of the Food Industry in Ireland, this course is suitable for those who wish to upskill to gain either:

An entry-level position within the Food Industry
Supplement existing core skills to pursue a simila...

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With the continued growth of the Food Industry in Ireland, this course is suitable for those who wish to upskill to gain either:

An entry-level position within the Food Industry
Supplement existing core skills to pursue a similar role within the Food Industry (e.g. Finance, HR, IT etc.)
On completion of this course, you could fill the following roles within the Food and Beverage industry:

Quality Control
Manufacturing Operator/Technician
Maintenance Technician
Utilities Technician
Regulatory Affairs Administrator
Supply Chain Support
Warehouse Operator
Stock Control
Planning and Logistics Administrator

Innopharma Education courses are designed with your career advancement in mind. Specifically designed for those looking for a career in the Pharma, MedTech or Food Science sectors, our courses upskill and equip people from diverse backgrounds with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully secure promising career opportunities in these fast-growing industries.