Certificate III in Hospitality

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Have you got the taste for the hospitality industry?

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 limited 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.

TIMETABLE
3 day per week

Course code: SIT30616
On campus: Dandenong, Workplace
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Full Time, 6 months.
Start dates: 19 July

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Experienced teachers who are experts in their field, will guide you through the program. The course includes online and workplace assessment and opportunities to work with industry specialists.

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
SITXHRM001	Coach others in job skills
SITHFAB017	Provide advice on food and beverage matching
SITXCCS006	Provide service to customers
SITXWHS001	Participate in safe work practices
SITHFAB007	Serve food and beverage
BSBCMM201	Communicate in the workplace
SITHFAB014	Provide table service of food and beverage
SITHFAB005	Prepare and serve espresso coffee
SITHIND004	Work effectively in hospitality service
SITXCOM002	Show social and cultural sensitivity
SITXFSA001	Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITHFAB010	Prepare and serve cocktails
SITXFSA002	Participate in safe food handling practices
SITHIND002	Source and use information on the hospitality industry
BSBWOR203	Work effectively with others

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate III in Hospitality	Certificate III In Commercial Cookery
Possible job outcome	function attendant restaurant host espresso coffee machine operator food and beverage attendant	professional chef commercial kitchen supervisor

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Admission requirements

All applicants to complete BKSB and must obtain ACSF exit level 2 (working at level 3) in both literacy and numeracy, Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of commencement, Please note students will be required to undertake manual handling, inlcuding heavy lifting of up to 8kg, use restaurant tools, move furniture and be able to stand for a minimum of 4 hour blocks.

Fees

Fees
Indicative course fees
	Student eligible for government-subsidised training Course fees for students eligible for Skills First funding		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
	Concession Fees for student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.	Non-concession Fees for a non-concession student eligible for Skills First funding.
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$995.94	$4979.70	$6161.75

Total course materials and associated fees (GST inc)	$365.00	$365.00	$365.00
Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$125	$250	$250
Payable	$1485.94	$5594.70	$6776.75
Student eligible for Free TAFE course (Tuition fee exempt)
Payable (Free TAFE)	$490.00	$615.00	N/A

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

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Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

Government-subsidised training

Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.

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