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This is the Introduction to the Assurance Essentials course. It outlines the structure and content of the 5 learning Units and the navigation tools you will encounter in the course of your learning.
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This is Unit 1 of 5 learning Units in the Assurance Essentials course. Entitled "Documentation", it outlines the principles of good documentation and records management.
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This is Unit 2 of 5 learning Units in the Assurance Essentials course. Entitled "People, training and development", it shows how good documentation links to business operations through people and continuous improvement.
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This is Unit 3 of 5 learning Units in the Assurance Essentials course. Entitled "Supporting food safety", it identifies major risks to food safety and provides tools to manage risk.
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This is Unit 4 of 5 learning Units in Assurance Essentials. Entitled "Traceability, incident management and recall", it demonstrates how to ensure batches of product can be identified and tracked through the supply chain.
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This is Unit 5 of 5 learning Units in the Assurance Essentials course. Entitled "Internal and external audits", it explores improving the business through audit processes to help ensure success in certification.
This online course is designed to help you and your business achieve excellence in food safety and quality assurance. No matter which food safety and quality standards your business is working with, the practical principles approach taken by Assurance Essentials can help you improve awareness and practice of food safety throughout your business.
Whether you're a grower, farm hand, packer, processor or retailer, Assurance Essentials is tailored to meet the needs of everyone working throughout the fresh food and produce supply chain.
Find out more in our Assurance Essentials Food Safety Culture and Food Safety Actions and Culture videos.
Assurance Essentials is broken down into five key units, covering everything from documentation to audit requirements. You'll learn about the importance of training and development for staff and how to ensure traceability through the supply chain. We'll also teach you about incident management and recall procedures, so you'll be well prepared in the event of an emergency.
Assurance Essentials helps you gain valuable insights into the best practices for internal and external audits and you'll develop the skills you need to maintain compliance with Freshcare standards.
The course is richly illustrated with downloadable examples of documentation used in Freshcare standards. It has been extensively tested by industry professionals with excellent feedback. Upon completion, you'll receive a secure, verifiable digital badge endorsed by Freshcare, demonstrating your commitment to excellence in food safety and quality assurance.
Benefits that can be realised from the course for you and your business include:
Improved productivity: Workers who have completed Assurance Essentials will have a better understanding of food safety and quality assurance requirements and be better equipped to perform their jobs efficiently and effectively. This can lead to improved productivity and reduced downtime as well as a more flexible workforce.
Enhanced reputation: By demonstrating a commitment to excellence in food safety and quality assurance, businesses can enhance their reputation and increase customer confidence in their products and services. This can help attract new customers, retain existing ones and differentiate the business from competitors.
Improved compliance: By upskilling workers with the knowledge and skills required to meet Freshcare and other food safety and quality standards, businesses can ensure they comply with industry requirements and reduce the risk of non-compliance, audit failures and potential penalties.
Reduced risks: By complying with food safety and quality standards, such as Freshcare, businesses can reduce the risk of food safety incidents and recalls. This can help protect the business from reputational damage, financial losses and legal liabilities.
Competitive advantage: By upskilling their workforce with the Freshcare endorsed online course, businesses can gain a competitive advantage over their competitors. They can demonstrate to customers and suppliers that they are committed to best practices in food safety and quality assurance and potentially secure new contracts and business opportunities as a result.
Invest in your business through professional development and take your career and business to the next level. Sign up now and join the growing community of professionals committed to excellence in food safety and quality assurance.
Assurance Essentials delivers many benefits, including:
Meeting industry standards: Freshcare certification is widely recognised throughout the Australian horticulture and wine industries and internationally. By completing this course and obtaining a Freshcare endorsed digital badge, you'll demonstrate your commitment to excellence in food safety and quality assurance.
Gaining practical knowledge and skills: The course provides comprehensive training on meeting food safety and quality standards, including examples of documentation, people management, food safety, traceability, incident management and audits. You'll learn valuable skills that will help you excel in your current role and prepare you for future opportunities.
Enhancing your career prospects: The course is designed to upskill workers throughout the supply chain, from farm through manufacturing and distribution to retail. By completing this course, you can gain a competitive edge in the job market and improve your career prospects.
Enrolling in Assurance Essentials is a smart investment in your professional development, with the potential to open doors to new opportunities and contribute to a more sustainable and responsible industry.
Assurance Essentials is designed to assist a broad range of workers on farms and throughout the supply chain, including growers, packers, processors and retailers, not just those directly responsible for food safety and quality assurance.
As such, this course is ideal for individuals looking to improve their knowledge and skills in food safety and quality assurance, as well as for businesses looking to enhance their workforce's capabilities and meet Freshcare standards.
People seeking entry into the industry can use the course to demonstrate their understanding of food safety principles and use their digital badge to verify their learning with prospective employers. People looking for promotion and new roles in their business can also benefit from upskilling with Assurance Essentials.
It is also suitable for those seeking to gain a better understanding of the quality underpinning production from the Australian horticulture and wine industries and the importance of sustainability and social responsibility in agriculture.
Are there other relevant courses?
Yes, Satinbird Education has a wide range of business courses that can support learning from Assurance Essentials. They include areas such as Documentation and Administration, HR and OHS, Management and Leadership and Innovation, Risk and Project Management.
What if I want a customised training package or bulk order discounts?
Easy! Get in touch with us at [email protected] and tell us what you need. We’ll be happy to customise bundles of courses and offer discounts on bulk enrolments to meet your needs. Whether you’re an individual or an organisation looking to put together integrated training packages, we can help.
Why should I take this bundle of courses - Assurance Essentials?
This course will help you develop the skill set required for direct and digital marketing.
Do I need prior experience to take this course?
No, this course is suitable for individuals who are looking to develop their skills and knowledge in this area, regardless of their current level of experience.
What is a microcredential?
A microcredential is a digital badge that recognises an individual's knowledge and skills in a specific area. Each course within this bundle earns a digital badge as does completion of the bundle.
How do employers benefit from microcredentials?
Microcredentials provide employers with the ability to rapidly upskill their workforce with specific skills. That means less training downtime, faster application of new skills, more flexible teams and great savings for stretched budgets.
How do employees benefit from microcredentials?
Employees benefit from microcredentials by rapidly learning new skills that can be actively used in their workplace. They learn what they need, when they need it and earn a badge to prove it.
What are the benefits of online learning with microcredentials?
Online learning with microcredentials offers the flexibility to learn at your own pace and the convenience of learning from anywhere. Additionally, microcredentials provide a way to demonstrate your knowledge and skills to employers.
How do digital badges enhance my career prospects?
Digital badges are a great way to showcase your skills and knowledge to employers. They can help you stand out from the competition and demonstrate your commitment to professional development.
Are microcredentials and digital badges recognised by employers?
Yes, many employers recognise microcredentials and digital badges as a way to demonstrate knowledge and skills.
