Meat Processing Certificate at Olds College in Olds, Canada is a certificate in Law programme. The programme runs for 15 weeks, delivered on campus. Tuition is CAD 3,100 per year for local students.
At a glance
Degree:Certificate
Field:Law
Duration: 15 weeks
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 3,100 / year
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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This 15-week certificate, delivered on-campus through Olds College's National Meat Training Centre, covers meat processing from slaughter through to retail. Students complete four common courses before choosing a specialization in either Livestock Slaughter or Full Service and Retail Meat Cutting. Instruction is intensive and laboratory-based, giving students hands-on experience across the meat processing chain. The college describes the program as unique in North America. Multiple intakes are offered across the year, including Fall, Winter and Spring starts. Graduates gain the technical skills needed for entry-level roles in meat processing plants, retail meat departments, and related positions within the meat and livestock industry, with the specialization stream shaping the specific processing or retail skills emphasized in their training. Multiple intakes are offered across the year, including Fall, Winter and Spring starts, allowing students several entry points into the credential.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants should be 18 years of age or older and in good physical condition, and must meet the college's English Language Proficiency requirement. International applicants are welcome provided they meet all admission requirements.
