Certified Specialist Programme in Urban Chicken Keeping for Food Service
-- viewing nowCertified Specialist Programme in Urban Chicken Keeping for Food Service equips food service professionals with the skills to ethically and sustainably source eggs and meat. This programme covers urban chicken husbandry, including coop design, breed selection, and disease prevention.
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• Sourcing and Breed Selection for Urban Egg Production
• Safe and Efficient Housing and Management of Urban Chickens
• Urban Chicken Health and Biosecurity: Disease Prevention and Control
• Sustainable Feed Management for Urban Chickens
• Egg Handling, Processing, and Storage for Food Safety
• Urban Chicken Waste Management and Composting
• Marketing and Distribution of Urban Chicken Eggs to Food Service Clients
• Financial Planning and Business Management for Urban Chicken Enterprises
• Ethical Considerations and Community Engagement in Urban Chicken Farming
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Certified Specialist Role | Description |
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Urban Poultry Farm Manager (Chicken Farming, Urban Agriculture) | Oversees all aspects of a small-scale urban chicken farm, including bird health, egg production, and waste management. High demand for sustainable food solutions. |
Urban Chicken Meat Processing Technician (Poultry Processing, Food Safety) | Handles the humane and efficient processing of chickens raised in urban settings, ensuring adherence to food safety regulations. Growing market for locally sourced meat. |
Urban Egg Production Specialist (Egg Handling, Quality Control) | Focuses on egg collection, grading, and packaging, emphasizing quality control and efficient distribution channels in urban environments. Increasing consumer preference for fresh, local eggs. |
Urban Chicken Coop Consultant (Coop Design, Sustainable Practices) | Advises individuals and businesses on the design, construction, and maintenance of urban chicken coops, promoting best practices in animal welfare and sustainable urban farming. Booming interest in backyard chicken keeping. |
Urban Poultry Biosecurity Officer (Disease Prevention, Animal Health) | Maintains biosecurity protocols to protect urban chicken flocks from diseases and parasites. Crucial for preventing outbreaks and ensuring food safety. |
Entry requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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