Certificate IV in Hospitality
| Course Code: | SIT40307 |
| Department: | Hospitality, Tourism & Events |
| Study Area(s): | Hospitality |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Full-time (1 year) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
| VTAC: | Year 12 and mature age applicants can apply for this course at the VTAC website during the VTAC period. |
Need more information?
Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233)
or +613 9279 2222
Email us at enquiries@kangan.edu.au
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Course overview
This course is designed for people seeking a career in hospitality, in particular, in a hotel or restaurant or in a supervisory role.
Ours is a small but dynamic department, offering students an individual approach to learning in a caring environment. Classes are a mix of practical activities and the theoretical course content, including industry familiarisations, excursions and on-site guest speakers, together with activities where students assist in the organisation and running of events.
Students are consistently engaged in hands-on learning. Part of the hands on activity will be working in the Virtual enterprise office where students will run a practice office two days a week, working in an online virtual environment. Some of the recent activities that have enhanced student's learning include:
- The Kangan Food and Wine festival
- The Winberri Music Festival
.- Special functions and lunches
- The Careers Conference
- The Rip-it-up Youth festival
- The Band Slam Competition
- Catering of the Design Students’ Conference at Southbank
- World’s Longest Lunch Melbourne Airport
Students will be required to purchase a food and beverage attendants uniform along with prescribed text.
Course modules
| CORE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SITHIND003A | Provide and Coordinate Hospitality Service | 110 |
| SITXCCS002A | Provide Quality Customer Service | 40 |
| SITXCOM001A | Work With Colleagues and Customers | 25 |
| SITXCOM002A | Work in a Socially Diverse Environment | 20 |
| SITXCOM003A | Deal With Conflict Situations | 20 |
| SITXFIN003A | Interpret Financial Information | 60 |
| SITXHRM001A | Coach Others in Job Skills | 20 |
| SITXINV001A | Receive and Store Stock | 10 |
| SITXINV002A | Control and Order Stock | 25 |
| SITXMGT001A | Monitor Work Operations | 20 |
| SITXOHS001A | Follow Health, Safety and Security Procedures | 10 |
| SITXOHS002A | Follow Workplace Hygiene Procedures | 15 |
| SITXOHS004A | Implement and Monitor Workplace Health, Safety and Security Practices | 30 |
| Total hours: | 405 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SITHACS001A | Provide Accommodation Reception Services | 30 |
| SITHACS004A | Provide Housekeeping Services to Guests | 10 |
| SITHACS005A | Prepare Rooms For Guests | 25 |
| SITHFAB001A | Clean and Tidy Bar Areas | 10 |
| SITHFAB002A | Operate a Bar | 30 |
| SITHFAB003A | Serve Food and Beverage to Customers | 80 |
| SITHFAB004A | Provide Food and Beverage Service | 110 |
| SITHFAB005A | Provide Table Service of Alcoholic Beverages | 50 |
| SITHFAB009A | Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol | 10 |
| SITHFAB011A | Develop and Update Food and Beverage Knowledge | 50 |
| SITHFAB012A | Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee | 30 |
| SITTTSL007A | Receive and Process Reservations | 30 |
| SITXADM001A | Perform Office Procedures | 20 |
| SITXFIN001A | Process Financial Transactions | 25 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Contact the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222 or enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead to employment in accommodation services, food and beverage, bar service, concierge, front office, functions or events.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in hospitality supervision, food and beverage service, bar work, accommodation services and wine studies.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate IV in Hospitality. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
This course will lead to higher level studies at AQF 5 level. Credit transfers may be available into Diploma and/or Advanced Diploma of Hospitality.
Can I apply?
There are no set prerequisites for this course. However, it is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course. Interviews are conducted regularly, please contact the department on Tel: 92792285 for rolling enrolments.
OR
You may apply if you have satisfactorily completed VCE or an approved equivalent course and the satisfactory completion of the work requirements (eligibility to transfer); or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course. (Mature age is anyone over the age of 18 who has been out of full-time education for more than 12 months)
How do I apply?
There are two options for applying for this course- VTAC or Direct entry.
To apply for this course you must fill in a direct application form which can be obtained from the institute by calling the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or 9279 2222 or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
OR
To apply for a full-time position for this course, you must apply through VTAC (Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre). Details of the VTAC application process are available from the VTAC website at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide which is available from leading newsagents and libraries in August each year. Direct application will be considered once the VTAC places have been offered and there are vacancies in the course. Contact the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or 9279 2222 for further information.
How will I be selected for this course?
All applicants will need to attend an information session and complete a pre-selection application form
http://www.kangan.edu.au/departments/hospitality-travel-tourism/
Interviews are conducted regularly, please contact the department on Tel: 92792285 for rolling enrolments.
How long is the course?
The course spans 1 year. The Certificate IV is delivered as the first year of the Advanced Diploma of Hospitality.
Classes are generally between the hours of 8.30am -5.30pm
4 days per week.
Classes for 2012 commence on 8th Feb with an Orientation Day for all new students, at 10am in D-118 Richards Restaurant
You do not have to bring anything with you
Time tables and all the necessary info will be provided to you on this day.
Where and how can I study?
You will study full-time at the Broadmeadows campus.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Additional comments
All applicants will need to submit a pre-selection form obtainable from the department by calling up (03) 9279 2285 or on our website at http://www.kangan.edu.au/departments/hospitality-travel-tourism/
What will I study?
Refer to the module list. All students will gain their RSA certificate from Liquor Licensing Commission.
