| Course Code | SIT30622 |
| Locations |
Workplace training
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| Study Mode | Full-time, Part-time, Traineeship, Workplace |
| Length | Up to 24 months |
| Commencement | Start any time |
| Timetable | On-the-job training, workplace visits by the trainer, online study, and training sessions on campus if required. |
Turn your passion for working in the fast-paced world of food and hospitality with this traineeship.
This is the perfect starting place for you to begin your career in the hospitality industry. You will gain a variety of practical skills and experience in a range of front of house hospitality tasks through a combination of on-the-job training with your employer and workplace visits from our trainers.
You can also complete this course as workplace-based training.
During this traineeship, you will develop a variety of skills including:
You will also gain Safe Food Handling and Responsible Service of Alcohol certificates during this course.
Upon completion of this course, you will be equipped to gain employment in restaurants, hotel, motels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops in roles including Front of House Attendant, Food and Beverage Attendant, Espresso Coffee Machine Operator or Waiter.
You must be at least 16 years old and be employed as a trainee with a registered employer in the hospitality industry.
To be eligible to be awarded this qualification, you must successfully complete 15 units: 7 core and 8 electives.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| SITHIND006 | Source and use information on the hospitality industry | 25 | $0.00 |
| SITHIND008 | Work effectively in hospitality service | 0 | $0.00 |
| SITXCCS014 | Provide service to customers | 25 | $0.00 |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity | 20 | $0.00 |
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills | 20 | $0.00 |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices | 12 | $0.00 |
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | $15.00 |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment | 13 | $0.00 |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | 15 | $22.05 |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads | 25 | $0.00 |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | 40 | $0.00 |
| SITHCCC024 | Prepare and present simple dishes | 25 | $0.00 |
| SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches | 10 | $0.00 |
| SITHFAB021 | Provide responsible service of alcohol | 10 | $0.00 |
| SITHFAB024 | Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages | 20 | $0.00 |
| SITHFAB027 | Serve food and beverage | 80 | $0.00 |
| TLIE0009 | Carry out basic workplace calculations | 20 | $0.00 |
| SITHFAB025 | Prepare and serve espresso coffee | 30 | $0.00 |
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Once you have applied for your chosen course, you will receive a thank you email from South West TAFE with a few steps to help process your enrolment.
Complete a Pre-Training Review
You will receive an email to complete a Pre-Training Review online evaluation. This evaluation helps us tailor your training to suit your needs.
Create or provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
A USI is a nationally recognised reference number that provides an online record of your training qualifications gained in Australia.
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Skills recognition
If you have experience or prior qualifications, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning and gain credits. You will be asked to provide any relevant Statement of Attainment to support identified credits.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
Your fees each year can be made up of 3 different elements. Everyone has different circumstances that can affect what you pay and how much you pay. :
There are 4 different rates of tuition fees. Only one will apply to you (depending on your eligibility and circumstances).
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FEES AND ELIGIBILITY
The fees listed below are indicative only. The course fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Course fee funding is made available to eligible individuals by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect opportunities to access additional funding in the future. An accurate quote for this course will be provided during the enrolment process.
| Course fees by student type | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Government subsidised rate (if eligible) | $2,895.00 |
| Concession rate | $580.00 |
| Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $8,375.00 |
Students who are eligible for Victorian government-subsidised training will not pay course tuition fees for the duration of their enrolment in this course, however, there may be some consumable/material fees for the course (find out more below). The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more or chat with our Customer Service team on 1300 648 911, or visit a SWTAFE Campus.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in. For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about the Free TAFE Pathways Program and eligibility or contact us.
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
| Additional course fees | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Course consumable/materials (approximate) | $219.75 |
Once we have processed your enrolment form, you will receive an email with your invoice.
You have three options when organising your payment:
Payments will need to be arranged within five(5) business days of receiving the email containing your invoice.
We also offer a range of scholarships each year which you may be eligible to apply for to assist with course fees.
There are five simple steps to apply for an apprenticeship or traineeship with us.
If need any assistance with applying, contact our Customer Service team on 1300 648 911 or visit your nearest campus.
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