Optional outcomes provide the opportunity for employers to provide additional learning where appropriate, depending on the job role.

Additional learning may include units from a relevant SVQ in Food and Drink Operations at SCQF L5 or above; relevant short courses; and relevant professional qualifications. Examples of optional outcomes may be taken from the Enhancements section, or may be industry or organisation-specific.

Examples of areas that optional outcomes may cover:

• Relevant Health and Safety
  
  
• Working with others
  
  
• Team building
  
  
• Basic management skills
  
  
• Communication
  
  
• Report writing, eg., health and safety risk assessment for specific machinery or equipment learners are using
  
  
• Information and communication technology
  
  
• Large-scale processing outcomes
  
  
• Improvement techniques