Training - Hospitality
Overview
Whether you are a recent school leaver, have been out of the workforce for some time or are looking to change career paths, the Certificate III in Hospitality (SIT30616) will give you a sound knowledge of hospitality operations. You will develop skills that will enable you to work in a variety of positions within the fast-paced hospitality sector, eg., cafes, coffee shops, clubs, restaurants, hotels, motels, function centres, catering companies and more.
Employment opportunities include:
- Espresso coffee machine operator (Barista)
- Food and beverage attendant
- Function/event host/attendant
- Restaurant/café waitperson
- Kitchenhand
- Cook
- Catering assistant
You will build skills in the following areas:
- Customer Service
- Preparation & service of simple dishes
- Preparation & service of Espresso coffee
- How to work well in a team
- Safe food handling
- Clean & safe work practices
…and much more.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, you will be required to complete a pre-enrolment evaluation, in order to determine your ability/capacity to successfully complete the course.
Course Details
Delivery mode: Face to face in a real work environment
Nationally recognised: Yes
Duration: 2 days a week for 20 weeks
Start date: 14/04/2021
Attendance days: Wednesday & Thursday
Venue: The Salvation Army Oasis Central Coast Hunter - 67 Cleary Street, Hamilton
Course Structure
Certificate III in Hospitality (SIT30616) is a competency-based course which requires 15 units for the qualification (7 core units and 8 elective units)
To achieve this qualification with us, you will need to successfully complete the following 15 units:
Core units
BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others
SITHIND002 Source and use information on Hospitality industry
SITHIND004 Work effectively in hospitality service
SITXCCS006 Provide service to customers
SITXCOM002 Show social and cultural sensitivity
SITXFSA001 Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXHRM001 Coach others in job skills
SITXWHS001 Participate in safe work practices
Elective units
SITHFAB005 Prepare and serve espresso coffee
SITXFSA002 Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXINV001 Receive and store stock
SITHCCC002 Prepare and present simple dishes
SITHCCC003 Prepare and present sandwiches
SITHKOP001 Clean kitchen premises and equipment
SITHCCC006 Prepare appetisers and salads
Assessments
Assessments will be conducted for each unit of competency through a mix of assessment methods, including practical demonstration, projects, questioning and case studies.
Students will receive clear assessment instructions and an opportunity for resubmission of assessment will be provided if required.
Recognition of previous study and experience - RPL and CT
We also offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and/or Credit Transfer (CT) for students seeking formal acknowledgment of skills and knowledge attained through previous experience and/or training.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) - if you are experienced in any aspect of this qualification and can demonstrate competency, this can be acknowledged as RPL and provide credit toward the qualification.
Credit Transfer (CT) - if you have previously attained an AQF (Aust Qualification Framework) competency unit which is included in this qualification, and can show evidence of this with a Statement of Attainment, a CT can be granted immediately.
Application for RPL or CT must be advised on the Enrolment Application.
Pathways to further training
Students who successfully complete certificate III in Hospitality (SIT30616) could progress to Certificate IV in Hospitality (SIT40616), or to Certificate IV qualifications in other service industry fields.
Course fees
Eligibility - Smart and Skilled program
This course is subsidised by the NSW Government under the Smart and Skilled Training Program. To be eligible you must be:
- an Australian Citizen/Perm Resident/NZ citizen/humanitarian visa holder
- aged 15 years or older, and
- live or work in New South Wales, and
- no longer be at school or equivalent
If you meet the above eligibility criteria for the Smart & Skilled Training Program the course cost is as follows:
- Exempt: Fee-Free
- Concession: $240
- If no prior post school qualification: $1450
- If a post school qualification has previously been completed: $1750
Course cost includes course resources.
Limited fee free scholarships are available for eligible students who are 15-30 years of age and either a Commonwealth Welfare recipient or the dependant of a Commonwealth Welfare recipient. Students with a disability or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are also eligible for a fee exemption. Evidence of eligibility for a fee exemption will be required.
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