Certificate III in Hospitality
SIT30622
Length
2 Years (part time)
Study Mode
Workplace Training & Online Study
Certificate III in Hospitality - SIT30622
Course Overview
Gain the skills to work in restaurants and hotels around the world with a Certificate III in Hospitality. Students in this course will develop core skills in:
- Sales
- Operations and hospitality service
Providing responsible service of alcohol
- Preparation and service of espresso coffee
- Food and beverage service
- Hygienic practices for food safety
- Customer Service
Students will learn to work with independence and implement workplace policies and procedures. This qualification also allows students to gain specialist skills in accommodation services, food and beverage, or gaming.
This course is currently available as part of the Free TAFE scheme but is subject to eligibility requirements and may change in the future.
This information relates to 2025 course delivery. If required, students will be notified of 2024 course information and fees during the onboarding process.
Careers & study pathways
Where can this course take me?
Roles graduates may be eligible for include:
- Espresso Coffee Machine Operator
- Food and Beverage Attendant
- Restaurant Host
- Service Bar Attendant
- Waiter
Further study
After graduating, participants might like to undertake further study in the SIT40422 Certificate IV in Hospitality.
Course details
Upcoming dates and times
Choose a location below to learn more about when this course is offered and on which days you’ll need to attend.
Online Campus
(1 commencing soon)
Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Traineeship - Part time - Various - Workplace Training & Online Study
Shepparton - Fryers Street
(1 commencing soon)
Open From: 21-Sep-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Workplace Training & Online Study
Wangaratta - Docker Street
(1 commencing soon)
Open From: 29-Jan-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Workplace Training & Online Study
Study units
Take a look at some of the subjects you’ll be studying when you take this course.
This course requires a total of 15 units: 6 core units and a selection of 9 elective units from the list below.
Core units
6 unit(s)
- 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
Elective units
18 unit(s)
- BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices
- BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others
- SIRXPDK001 Advise on products and services
- SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer
- SITHCCC026 Package prepared foodstuffs
- 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
- SITHFAB036 Provide advice on food
- SITXCCS011 Interact with customers
- SITXFIN007 Process financial transactions
- SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
- SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
- SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock
- SITXWHS006 Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks
Attendance & commitment
School-Based Apprenticeship Traineeship online delivery | 2 years course length | Part-time study load
Students are expected to:
- Spend one day per week working in the industry, where they will consolidate their learning.
- Spend approximately 7 hours per week working through their course materials, research, revision, and completion of assessments.
- Attend regular virtual catch-ups with their trainer, timing is arranged directly with the trainer.
Meet with their trainer at their place of work at least 6 times per year (4 hours per visit) where training and practical assessment will be undertaken.
Assessment methods
Assessment methods may include:
- Case studies
- Practical demonstrations
- Knowledge questions
- Role plays
Before you begin
Entry requirements
GOTAFE entry requirements
Before being accepted into this course applicants must:
- Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
- Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
- Prospective Traineeship or Apprenticeship students are required to apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organise their apprenticeship contract before applying for this course.
- Mandatory employment in the hospitality industry is required to complete the Traineeship or School-Based Apprenticeship Traineeship.
Industry requirements
- Working in hospitality involves shift work which includes working on weekends, early and late starts.
Student resources
Students must have:
- A laptop/computer with internet access.
- Access to a digital camera or video camera for visual and audio assessment tasks.
- General stationery (pens, pencils, rulers).
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
Fees and payments
This course is available as part of the Free TAFE scheme for eligible students.
Fees and costs
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
Please note that the fees on this webpage, for this particular course:
- are correct at the time of publishing for those enrolling in 2025 and may change without notice.
- will be discussed with applications as part of the application process to ensure it is understood what is being paid for and which fee rates they may be eligible for.
Course Fees consist of three different components:
- Student Tuition Fee - covers the costs of training and assessment. These fees vary across courses and are calculated based on a rate per nominal hour enrolled in. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Circumstances may include:
- an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- ineligible individuals who are required to pay the full fees for tuition and other costs.
- Material Fee - where applicable, cover the costs of classroom consumables, handouts and booklets, e-Learning resources and associated license access fees and excursions.
- Student Services Fee (SSF) – contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF is a non-refundable annual fee that does not apply to short-course participants.
Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session, induction session, or during the pre-training review interview.
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your fees.
Learn more about fees, charges, refunds and payment options
Student support
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.
Learning support
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Jobs and study options
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Contingent Study Arrangements
Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.
Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.
Support for personal issues
We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.
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Disability support
Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.
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Counselling services
We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.
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Koorie Unit
The Koorie Unit is a culturally safe space on our Shepparton Fryers Street Campus for all Koorie students enrolled and studying through GOTAFE, or with one of our education partnering organisations.
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
This course is government accredited and has national recognition.
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