Course Overview
Do you want to work in a growing industry with plenty of job opportunities?
If working with people in a fast-paced environment appeals to you, a career in the thriving hospitality industry could be just what you're looking for.
With the tourism sectors continued growth, there are many job openings both here in Australia and overseas, and the industry offers plenty of scope for progression for people with the right qualifications. There's lots of variety too with employment opportunities in restaurants, resorts, five-star hotels and on cruise ships.
The nationally accredited Certificate III in Hospitality (SIT30616) has been designed to help you develop the practical skills and knowledge needed to secure an entry-level position in this exciting field.
Learning from our expert staff, you'll gain the skills and confidence to:
- To greet and service customers
- To serve food and beverages
- To manage simple financial transactions.
You'll gain real-world experience working in the fully licensed training restaurant at our Broadmeadows campus.
Our course delivery features a combination of on-campus and remote (online) learning. This flexibility allows our students to continue to study in a safe, guided and supported manner.
Free TAFE and JobTrainer
You may be entitled to free tuition fees for this course if you meet the eligibility criteria for the State Government's FREE TAFE for Priority Courses initiative. If you are aged 17-24 or looking for work, you may be eligible to study this course low-fee through JobTrainer. It's important to know that you may incur other fees, such as student services fees or materials fees, and you'll need to cover these costs yourself. To find out more, call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or contact us via our online enquiry form.
Find out what our Hospitality students say about studying hospitality at Kangan Institute here.
If you want to continue your studies after you graduate, you can go on to complete the Certificate IV in Hospitality (SIT40416) which is run in partnership with Mantra Hotel Tullamarine and offers students real-world experience in a four star hotel.
Our course experts will be more than happy to answer any questions you have. To find out more, call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or contact us via our online enquiry form.
Click here for course modules
Core
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| BSBWOR203 | Work Effectively With Others (BSBWOR203) | 15 |
| SITHIND002 | Source and use information on the hospitality industry (SITHIND002) | 25 |
| SITHIND004 | Work effectively in hospitality service (SITHIND004) | 0 |
| SITXCCS006 | Provide service to customers (SITXCCS006) | 25 |
| SITXCOM002 | Show social and cultural sensitivity (SITXCOM002) | 20 |
| SITXHRM001 | Coach others in job skills (SITXHRM001) | 20 |
| SITXWHS001 | Participate in safe work practices (SITXWHS001) | 12 |
Elective
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| BSBITU306 | Design And Produce Business Documents (BSBITU306) | 80 |
| SITHFAB002 | Provide responsible service of alcohol (SITHFAB002) | 10 |
| SITHFAB003 | Operate a bar (SITHFAB003) | 35 |
| SITHFAB004 | Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages (SITHFAB004) | 20 |
| SITHFAB005 | Prepare and serve espresso coffee (SITHFAB005) | 30 |
| SITHFAB007 | Serve food and beverage (SITHFAB007) | 80 |
| SITHFAB014 | Provide table service of food and beverage (SITHFAB014) | 110 |
| SITXFSA001 | Use hygienic practices for food safety (SITXFSA001) | 15 |
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 know 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.
What will I study?
You will learn about:
- Different styles of food service, restaurant layouts and beverages
- The art of coffee making
- The importance of food safety and OHS in the Hospitality industry.
Some or all of this training is provided with State or Federal Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
To you check your eligibility click here.
Free TAFE and JobTrainer courses only: Students eligible for Free TAFE receive the tuition rate free. Students eligible for JobTrainer pay 20% of the tuition. Materials, consumables and student services fees are payable by all students and do not receive a JobTrainer discount, however concession rates for student services fees are available for concession card holders, apprentices, trainees and 100% off campus delivery courses. Please note that these tuition rates only apply to courses offered under the Free TAFE or JobTrainer schemes.
The fees listed below relate to 2022 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.
Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.
Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).
Table 1
Enrolment type
Government Subsidised
Indicative total tuition fee#
Full Fee
Indicative total tuition fee#
Non-Apprentice
$2775.26
$555.05
$5291.08
Apprentice/Trainee
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
Table 2
Average course
material fees*
$251.00
Average course
consumable fees*
$50.20
# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.
Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee and non-tuition fees (table 1) and any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).
student contact hours
|
Total hours^
|
Indicative hours*
|
Government Subsidised $/SCH
|
Indigenous Concession $/SCH
|
Full fee $/SCH
|
|
502
|
502
|
$5.53
|
$1.11
|
$10.54
|
^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.
*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2022. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.
For more information about our fees structure, click here.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Contact the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.
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. 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.)
If you are enrolling in this course as an Traineeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, motels, clubs, pubs, cafe's, and coffee shops.
Job prospects for graduates of this course include:
- espresso coffee machine operator
- food and beverage attendant
- front desk receptionist
- front office assistant
- function attendant
- function host
- gaming attendant
- guest service agent
- housekeeper
- restaurant host
- senior bar attendant
- waiter.
If you are enrolling in this course as an Traineeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
The ability to greet and serve customers for a range of different style organisations and process financial transactions.
What qualifications will I receive?
On completion of this course, you will be awarded the nationally accredited Certificate III in Hospitality (SIT30616).
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
If you want to continue your studies after you graduate, you can go on to complete the Certificate IV in Hospitality (SIT40416).
How do I apply?
To apply for this course, complete an online application form by clicking the yellow 'Apply Here' button above. For more information call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or contact us via our online enquiry form.
How will I be selected for this course?
All applicants for this course complete an assessment to evaluate their language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills. This helps to ensure that you enrol in a course that is the right level of study for you.
If you are enrolling in this course as an Traineeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course.