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2024-2026 Academic Catalog 
  
2024-2026 Academic Catalog

Meat Processing Certificate

Location(s): Dickinson Campus


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Overview

The meat processing certificate is a certificate program within the School of Professional Studies. If you have questions regarding this program, please contact dsu.hawk@dickinsonstate.edu or call 1-800-279-HAWK.

A student completing the meat processing certificate will gain a basic understanding of meat science and processing and develop the skills necessary to work in a high demand career field.

Career Options

Why should you pursue Certificate in Meat Processing?

Meat processing involves the handling and preparation of animal carcasses and cuts of meat for human consumption. A meat processor is a skilled tradesperson who is responsible for preparing and processing meat products according to customer and industry standards and specifications.

Possible Career Paths

  • Meat cutter
  • Wholesale or retail meat fabricator
  • Meat processor

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