SIT40416 – CERTIFICATE IV IN HOSPITALITY

This qualification reflects the role of skilled operators who use a broad range of hospitality skills combined with sound knowledge of industry operations. They operate independently or with limited guidance from others and use discretion to solve non-routine problems. Many individuals have supervisory responsibilities and plan, monitor and evaluate the work of team members.

It is recommended that individuals undertaking this course be employed in the hospitality industry. The combination of formal learning and actual working application experience will provide the appropriate learning outcomes.

JOB ROLES :

This qualification provides a pathway to work as a team leader or supervisor in hospitality organisations such as restaurants, hotels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops.

Possible job titles include:

• bar supervisor or team leader
• duty / shift manager
• food and beverage supervisor

DESCRIPTION : This qualification reflects the role of skilled operators who use a range of well-developed hospitality skills. They use discretion and judgement and have a sound knowledge of industry operations. They work with some independence and under limited supervision and may provide operational advice and support to team members.

JOB ROLES : This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, motels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops. It provides options for specialisation in areas such as accommodation services, food and beverage and gaming. The qualification also allows an outcome for small businesses requiring multi-skilled employees.

Possible job titles include:

• espresso coffee machine operator
• food and beverage attendant/waiter
• function attendant
• function host
• restaurant host
• senior bar attendant

PATHWAYS INFORMATION :

This course would be suitable for individuals who are currently working in the hospitality industry seeking to further their career and develop a wider understanding of the industry. The training is conducted on the job, combing formal learning with actual working application experience.

Individuals considering this course would need to be of legal working age and have completed a minimum of year 10 or equivalent and /or a mature age person, that  being a person over the age of 18 years and has been away from formal education for at least one year.

The course is a nationally accredited learning program which would require from the individual enthusiasm and motivation to pursue completion of the course.

The course might also be considered by individuals seeking a career change although it is recommended that the individual be employed in the hospitality industry as the course is structured for on the job learning.

LICENSING / REGULATORY INFORMATION : No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of endorsement.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS : There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

 QUALIFICATION & RECOGNITION : The Certificate III in Hospitality is granted on the successful completion of  15 units -7 core units and 8 elective units.

REGOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) & CREDIT TRANSFER : Students may be able to shorten the length of their course by applying for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) based on your skills acquired through work or life experiences, or through qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. An assessment process of RPL applications does apply.

AQF Qualifications and Statement of Attainment , issued by any other Registered Training Organisation , will be recognised by the institute.

Who Can Apply?

Looking for a career that interacts with people.
Develop skills & knowledge can use across the world.

• Students who have successfully completed VCE, or its equivalent
• Individuals defined as mature age (mature age is being at least 18 years of age and away from formal education for at least 1 year)
• Individuals interested in developing their skills within the hospitality industry.
• Individuals wanting a career change.

Selection Criteria.

• A knowledge of, and/or interest in, hospitality
• Current or previous involvement in the hospitality industry
• Enthusiasm to actively participate within group activities
• Motivation to undertake and complete the course

Requirements.
– A reasonably sound and efficient internet.
– Computer, Laptop or iPAD/Tablet (they have their limitations)
A mobile phone is inadequate

Course Enquires & Enrolments : Phone: 03 9778 9555 | Mobile: 0414 976 283