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Meat Cutting/Meat Cutter.

A program that prepares individuals to receive, cut, and package animal meat products in commercial establishments and to function as licensed meat cutters/butchers. Includes instruction in product recognition for beef, veal, lamb, pork, poultry, and fancy and smoked meats; retail and wholesale cutting and specialty cuts; packaging and counter display; shop safety; meat sanitation, storage and rotation; quality control; meat handling laws and regulations; and customer service.

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Related Careers

Butchers and Meat Cutters

51-3021

$28,850 $38,960 $57,130

Slaughterers and Meat Packers

51-3023

$31,470 $39,790 $49,460

Frequently Asked Questions

What careers can I pursue with this major?

Use the Related Careers section above to see roles commonly linked to this field of study. Data is based on CIP–SOC crosswalk and BLS occupational data.

Where does salary data come from?

Salary and employment data come from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and Employment Projections.

Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

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Salary Summary

$39,375

Avg Median Salary $39,375
Lowest Median $38,960
Highest Median $39,790

Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

Quick Facts

Career Paths 2
Degree Level Bachelor
Code 12.0506

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