Course
Certificate III in Hospitality
- Study locations
- Townsville, Brisbane, Gold Coast
- Delivery modes
- Face-to-Face, Blended, Online, Workplace
- Duration
- Up to 12 months
24 months (traineeship) - Units
- 15 units (6 core, 9 elective)
Qualification overview
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have a range of well-developed hospitality service, sales or operational skills and sound knowledge of industry operations. Using discretion and judgement, they work with some independence and under supervision using plans, policies and procedures to guide work activities.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, motels, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops. This qualification allows for multiskilling and for specialisation in accommodation services, food and beverage and gaming.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
Entry requirements
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Units of competency
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 15 units of competency: 6 core units and 9 elective units.
| SITHIND006 | Source and use information on the hospitality industry |
| SITHIND008 | Work effectively in hospitality service |
| SITXCCS014 | Provide service to customers |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
| SITHCCC024 | Prepare and present simple dishes# |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITHFAB021 | Provide responsible service of alcohol |
| SITHFAB022 | Clean and tidy bar areas# |
| SITHFAB023 | Operate a bar*****#@ |
| SITHFAB024 | Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages**# |
| SITHFAB025 | Prepare and serve espresso coffee# |
| SITHFAB027 | Serve food and beverage****# |
| SITHFAB034 | Provide table service of food and beverage***#@ |
# Prerequisite is SITXFSA005 - Use hygienic practices for food safety
@ Prerequisite is SITHFAB021 - Provide responsible service of alcohol
* Students are required to complete 36 service periods
** Students are required to complete 3 service periods
*** Students are required to complete 12 service periods
**** Students are required to complete 5 service periods, including at least one peak service period
***** Students are required to complete 3 service periods, including at least one peak service period
Potential educational pathways
Following the achievement of this qualification, students may choose to continue their education with qualifications such as:
- SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management
- a Certificate IV in Hospitality at another registered training organisation
Potential career opportunities
- Food and Beverage Attendant
- Espresso Coffee Machine Operator
- Function Attendant
- Front Office Receptionist
- Senior Bar Attendant
- Waiter
Funding, delivery and fees
To understand the funding and eligibility requirements refer to our funding page.
| Study locations | Delivery modes | Duration | Number of units | Funding available | Co-contribution fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsville | Face-to-Face | Up to Twelve (12) months | Fifteen (15) | Subsidised Concessional | $7.50 |
| Subsidised Non-Concessional | $15.00 | ||||
| Brisbane Gold Coast |
Blended Online |
Up to Twelve (12) months | Fifteen (15) | Subsidised Concessional | $7.50 |
| Subsidised Non-Concessional | $15.00 |
| Study locations | Delivery modes | Duration | Number of units | Co-contribution fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queensland | Workplace | Twenty-four (24) months | Fifteen (15) |
Co-Contribution fees are dependent on the elective units chosen. Fees are paid at a rate of $1.60 per nominal hour, per unit of competency. Price for Priority Population Group (PPG) rates is 40% of full rates. Fee Free Apprenticeship: Yes |
| Study locations | Delivery modes | Duration | Number of units | Funding available | Co-contribution fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsville Brisbane Gold Coast |
Face-to-Face Blended Online |
Up to Twelve (12) months | Fifteen (15) | Fee-For-Service | $1800.00 |
