Program Overview

Introduction to the UCC/ICOS Skillnet Dairy Supervisory Programme

The UCC/ICOS Skillnet Dairy Supervisory Programme is specifically designed for those working in the Co-operative Dairy Sector. The key aim of the programme is to improve the capabilities of production supervisors and those wishing to enter production supervisory roles.

Programme Overview

Participants will build on existing skills and develop new management capabilities in a highly interactive learning environment. The programme is directed at supervisors and aspiring supervisors from the Cooperative Sector who wish to develop their skills further. Suitable candidates from other related disciplines who wish to develop their skills in these sectors will also be considered.

Lead Trainers

The lead trainers for this course are:

• Professor Alan Kelly
• Professor Seamus O'Mahony
• David Waldron
• Joe O'Callaghan
• Kathy Kirwan

Course Content

The programme will cover the following topics:

• Communications & Performance Management
• Conflict Management
• Dairy Science and Technology
• Composition and Microbiology of Milk

Digital Badge Award

Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded a digital badge which can be used to support their CV and e-portfolio. A digital badge is an award that recognises accomplishment in completing an unaccredited course and is referred to as a micro-credential. By taking part in the in-course activities and successfully completing the in-course questions, participants will qualify for one or more of the relevant digital badges.

Programme Details

• The course will take place online in 2025, with dates to be confirmed.
• The programme is a UCC/ICOS Skillnet Dairy Supervisory Programme.

University College Cork

University College Cork is a registered charity with the Charities Regulatory Authority. The university is committed to providing high-quality education and research opportunities to its students.

Food Industry Training Unit

The Food Industry Training Unit is part of the School of Food and Nutritional Sciences, College of Science, Engineering and Food Science, University College Cork. The unit provides training and education to the food industry, with a focus on dairy production and supervision.