Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Hospitality
Certificate III in Hospitality
SIT30707
S606
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/01/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in skilled operations with the need to apply discretion and judgement. Work would be undertaken in various hospitality settings, such as restaurants, hotels, motels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops. Individuals may have some responsibility for others and provide technical advice and support to a team.
The qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Job roles
Individuals with this qualification are able to perform roles such as:
preparing and serving drinks at a bar
preparing and serving espresso coffee
serving food, wine and other beverages at tables
providing reception or front desk services
providing housekeeping services
providing gaming services.
Possible job titles include:
bar attendant
barista
waiter
wine waiter
front desk receptionist
housekeeper
gaming attendant.
Prerequisite requirements
There are no prerequisites for entry to this qualification.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve a Certificate III in Hospitality, 16 units must be completed:All 8 core units plus
8 elective units
For this qualification, electives may be selected to meet either a specialist or multi-skilled job outcome as follows.
SPECIALISATIONS:
- a specialisation may be achieved by selecting a minimum of 6 units from either Specialisation Group A Food and Beverage, Specialisation Group B Accommodation Services of Specialisation Group C Gaming.
- the remaining units may be selected from the general elective units listed in the SIT30707 qualification or any endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
MULTI-SKILLING
- a minimum of 6 elective units must be selected from the general elective units listed in the SIT30707 qualification
- the remaining units may be selected from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course
- a maximum of 1 Languages other than English unit may be counted as an elective within this qualification.
In all cases, electives must be relevant to the
1. Core Units
All 7 core units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6532 | SITXHRM001A | Coach others in job skills | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB948 | SITHIND001B | Develop and update hospitality industry knowledge | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WA623 | SITXOHS001B | Follow health, safety and security procedures | 15 | Unit of competency |
| S6732 | SITXOHS002A | Follow workplace hygiene procedures | 15 | Unit of competency |
| S6489 | SITXCCS002A | Provide quality customer service | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S6493 | SITXCOM002A | Work in a socially diverse environment | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S6492 | SITXCOM001A | Work with colleagues and customers | 15 | Unit of competency |
2. Food-beverage unit
Core - Complete the following unit if you intend to completing the Food and Beverage specialisation:
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6402 | SITHFAB021A | Provide and coordinate food and beverage service | 110 | Unit of competency |
3. Hospitality unit
Core - Complete the unit below if you intend to complete the Front Office specialisation:
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6421 | SITHIND003A | Provide and coordinate hospitality service | 20 | Unit of competency |
4. Specialisation Group A Food and Beverage
8 units to be completed
The following table outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the SIT07 Tourism, Hospitality and Events Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB924 | SITHFAB001C | Clean and tidy bar areas | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S6392 | SITHFAB011A | Develop and update food and beverage knowledge | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WB927 | SITHFAB012B | Prepare and serve espresso coffee | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WB926 | SITHFAB010C | Prepare and serve non alcoholic beverages | 15 | Unit of competency |
| S6385 | SITHFAB004A | Provide food and beverage service | 110 | Unit of competency |
| S6390 | SITHFAB009A | Provide responsible service of alcohol | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S6386 | SITHFAB005A | Provide table service of alcoholic beverages | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S6384 | SITHFAB003A | Serve food and beverage to customers | 110 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E253 | THH33002 | Certificate III in Hospitality (Operations) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J435 | SIT30712 | Certificate III in Hospitality | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9655 0600 or Email: sales@atpl.net.au
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the PIPS CSSN Challenger TAFE on 11 November 2008.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships