UK Flour Millers launches try before you buy on training courses

25-Jul-2024 - Last updated on 05-Aug-2024 at 09:29 GMT

UK Flour Millers’ Distance Learning Programme will now provide free tasters of the courses prior to enrolment. Image: UK Flour Millers

Members of the industry will soon be able to trial the UK Flour Millers' online Distance Learning Programme before having to register for a course.

Employees interested in UK Flour Millers’ Distance Learning Programme can now access learning samples from each of the seven modules. Flour millers, employees in roles across flour mills, and other industry players in the United Kingdom (UK) and overseas can access these resources online.

By providing access to these sample materials, students in the 2024-2025 course year can learn more about the Distance Learning Programme offerings.

Potential students

UK Flour Millers’ training manager Steve Faerber said: “We’re excited to offer this preview into our Distance Learning Programme. It’s a great way for potential students or students enrolling in another module to understand the value and breadth of our training programme before selecting a module. Everyone should take advance of this opportunity.”

Flour millers, employees working in other positions at mills and players from across the food and drink manufacturing industry are encouraged to view and sample the resources, download the Distance Learning Programme course guide and register for a module before 12 August 2024.

Online training tools

Online training tools have been a boon for the food and drink manufacturing industry since the outbreak of COVID-19 and subsequent lookdowns in 2020.

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Members of the meat industry have turned to the free online tool to brush up their skills while away from work, with pass rates also increasing by 10%.

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Jurgen Esser, Danone chief financial officer, said: “Our collaboration with Microsoft will accelerate our AI transformation. Working together is not just about technology; it’s about fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation and performance across our organisation.”