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Acquire technical knowledge by learning about spirits packaging science, technology and best practice.

General Certificate in Packaging Spirits

Qualifications

General Certificate in Packaging Spirits

This qualification is for anyone working in the packaging of spirits. You will gain a solid grounding in the science and technology of packaging and develop your knowledge of packaging best practice - vital to becoming a qualified professional packager.

Exam Dates

26 March 2025 Exam

Registration closing: 14 January 2025

8 May 2025 Exam

Registration closing: 25 February 2025

Prices

Exam £390

Includes all learning material (online and self-directed) and the exam.

Membership offer £50

Special rate for students

Study Requirement 60-80 hours minimum

Who is this Qualification for?

You will learn about different spirit types, canning, bottling, warehousing, the machinery used in packaging, product stability and flavour, utilities and environmental issues. The General Certificate in Packaging Spirits (GCPS) is designed for those who already have experience working in distilling packaging operations such as team leaders and team members.

If you already have an awareness of the steps in the spirits packaging process, the GCPS can enable you to perform better in your role to produce products of a high-quality standard.

If you would like to know more about the science, technology and best practice of spirits packaging and other areas vital to successful spirits packaging operations then this is the right qualification for you.

Download the syllabus for a breakdown of what candidates will learn and be examined on.

Qualifications

What's Next

The General Certificate in Packaging provides you with the perfect platform from which to continue your studies towards Diploma level qualifications.

The IBD’s Diploma in Packaging teaches advanced packaging through a series of three in-depth modules. This programme will allow you to understand the process in greater detail, and be able to apply this knowledge to control the process more effectively.

What are people saying

"I thoroughly enjoyed the General Certificate in Packaging Spirits. I work in a Quality Control Laboratory, so this let me learn about something completely out of my comfort zone. It has given me a great understanding of how the bottling hall works and the amount of work that goes into ensuring the quality of spirits packaging."

Ross Birch, Quality Control Scientist EDRINGTON