Consider yourself something of a connoisseur of craft or local beers?
Do you find the way local brews come together something you’d like to learn more about?
Or maybe you’ve been dreaming of turning that passion into a rewarding career?
If you’ve ever wondered how to break into the booming world of brewing, you’re in the right place.
At CTS Canadian Career College, our Brewing Technician Program offers a flexible, distance-learning format that makes it easy to gain the skills and knowledge you need to work in the beer industry, all while balancing your life’s commitments.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to transition into a new career, this program can help you go from beer enthusiast to brewing professional.
In today’s post, we dive into the reasons why you may want to consider joining our Brewing Technician program!
The Booming Craft Beer Industry
The craft beer industry has seen growth over the last decade.Local breweries and microbreweries are popping up in provinces across Canada, with consumers eager to try new flavours and support small, local businesses. As such, the demand for skilled Brewing Technicians is at an all-time high.
So what do these technicians get up to? Brewing Technicians are responsible for overseeing the entire brewing process—from selecting ingredients to operating brewing equipment to ensuring quality assurance and quality control. There’s also a growing need for knowledgeable, trained professionals who can maintain high standards of production while also contributing creatively to the beer-making process – such as creating new brews, flavours, and the like.
Overview of the Brewing Technician Program
At CTS Canadian Career College, our Brewing Technician Program is designed to prepare you for this field.
The distance education format provides flexibility whether you’re currently working, have family commitments, or simply prefer to study remotely.
What Will You Learn? Our comprehensive curriculum covers all aspects of the brewing process, among them:
- The fundamentals of brewing ingredients (malt, hops, yeast, and water)
- Brewing methods and equipment operation
- Quality assurance, quality control and troubleshooting during production
- Health and safety regulations and brewery hygiene
- Marketing, Packaging and distribution
Overall, you’ll dive deep into the technical skills required to succeed in a brewery, gaining a solid understanding of both the science and the craft behind brewing.
Hands-On Experience Through Placement
One of the biggest advantages of our Brewing Technician Program is that it doesn’t just stop at online learning. While you’ll complete most of your coursework remotely, we understand that brewing is a hands-on craft. That’s why the program includes an in-person placement at a local brewery near you.
During your placement, you’ll get the chance to apply what you’ve learned in a real-world setting, working alongside experienced brewers who can show you the ropes of day-to-day brewing operations. This hands-on experience will ensure that you’re job-ready and comfortable working in a professional brewing environment by the time you graduate.
Why is this placement important?
- Real-world application: You’ll turn theory into practice, learning to handle brewing equipment, manage production timelines, and ensure product quality.
- Industry connections: Your placement may open doors to potential job opportunities within the brewery itself or through networking with industry professionals.
- Job readiness: Employers value candidates who have practical experience, and your placement will give you the edge in a competitive job market.
Why Choose CTS Canadian Career College’s Brewing Technician Program?
There are plenty of reasons to choose CTS Canadian Career College if you’re ready to turn your passion for beer into a career. Here are just a few:
- Guaranteed Placements: Gain valuable experience in real workplace settings with placement hours integrated into all our programs.
- Flexible Learning: Never miss out on notes or key details from classes – take advantage of the convenience of recorded sessions for online classes
- Financial Aid: Our dedicated financial aid department can help you secure further funding to support your educational journey.
- Personalized Attention: Benefit from small class sizes, ensuring individualized attention and support.
- Accelerated Programs: Complete your studies in under a year and get to your dream career sooner!
- Recommended by our Graduates: Our graduates have wonderful things to say about their experience. “ During my Internship Placement the brewers were very pleased with my knowledge level coming in and indicated they felt that I was well prepared to enter the brewery and were pleased that I was able to hit the ground running.
All in all, an excellent experience! I have been offered and have accepted a PT Assistant Brewer position where I did my internship, and could not be happier with this outcome. The Brewing Technician course and instructors contributed significantly to this wonderful outcome for me!.”
Take the First Step Toward Your Dream Career
If you’re passionate about craft beer and ready to turn that passion into a career, there’s no better time to start than now. With the Brewing Technician Program at CTS Canadian Career College, you can gain the skills you need through flexible online learning, paired with hands-on experience that will make you job-ready.
Take the first step toward your dream career and explore our Brewing Technician Program today. Inquire today and brew your way to success!