Certificate IV in Artisan Fermented Products (Distilling)

This course has been developed by Spirits Victoria, Australian Distillers Association and the National Distilling Institution and is accredited by the Australian Qualified Skilled Authority (ASQA) and follows the Australian standard guidelines and learning outcomes.

The Certificate IV reflects the role of those using artisanal methods to produce distilled spirits. Students will analyse materials and products, develop skills to exercise the judgements that guide the fermentation process and the work of others, and develop an overall understanding of the multiple processes all distilleries need to engage in during production.

Individuals with this qualification apply a broad range of specialised skills and knowledge in varied contexts that involve selecting and operating equipment, coordinating resources and finding solutions to routine and non-routine problems as they arise. They may also have limited responsibility for the organisation of others.

The course content includes:

FBPFST4009 Label foods according to legislative requirements

FBPFST4013 Interpret and respond to food and/or beverage test results

FBPFST4014 Apply sensory analysis in food and/or beverage production

FBPFSY5001 Develop a HACCP-based food safety plan

FBPTEC4003 Control food contamination and spoilage

FBPTEC4006 Apply an understanding of legal requirements of food production

FBPTEC4012 Manage raw materials

FBPWHS4002 Maintain work health and safety processes

MSL973013 Perform basic tests

FBPTEC3003 Filter fermented beverages

FBPTEC3004 Prepare, fill and store barrels for aging spirits

FBPTEC4014 Manage cellar operations

FBPTEC4015 Manage and propagate yeast

FBPTEC4016 Produce fruit-based wash for distillation

FBPTEC4017 Produce grain-based wash for distillation

FBPTEC4018 Manage still operations to produce white spirits

FBPTEC4019 Manage still operations to produce brown spirits

FBPTEC4020 Blend spirits

FBPTEC4021 Apply regulatory requirements to the production of alcoholic beverages

FBPBPG4001 Manage bottling and packaging processes

FBPCEL2009 Carry out transfer operations

FBPPPL4003 Schedule and manage production

The Certificate IV is delivered over 12 to 18 months part time using online and face to face formats. Enrollments are currently limited to Victoria distilleries, however this program will be rolled out nationally in the near future.

The trainers are all experienced people in the industry and can offer students a wealth of knowledge and support.

During the Pilot Program phase of the Certificate IV, the course will be available to Victorian students only. The costs of the course may vary slightly during this Pilot Program phase depending on the intake. More details are available on the Australian Distillers page for the Course.

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