SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality
Does the fast-paced hospitality industry excite you? Do you love to serve people? Are you passionate about the evolving world of food and drink or have been working in the industry and want to have your skills formally recognised.
Information Session:
2nd June, 2026 at SMB Campus - Building J, Prospects Training Restaurant
Course essentials
Qualification Code
Entry requirements
Duration
Locations
Course overview
This hospitality qualification is your all-access pass to a dynamic career in cafés, restaurants, hotels, pubs, and more. You’ll master key service, sales, and operational skills while learning how to work independently and confidently within industry standards. Along the way, you’ll also earn your Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), Food Safety Certificate, and Barista Training—so you’re job-ready from day one. Whether you want to pour the perfect latte, serve up smiles behind the bar, or keep guests coming back for more, this course gives you the flexibility to multiskill. Ready to serve up your future with style? Let’s go!
Students will need access to a computer to complete directed self-paced study and assessments.
IT requirements
To do this course you’ll need a fast and reliable computer and access to high-speed internet. Expect to use about 5GB of data per month for every unit you’re doing. Find out more about the minimum IT requirements for studying with us.
Got questions?
Call us on 1800 333 864, start a live chat or submit an enquiry.
Student support
The support we offer is second to none. Need academic help? No problem. Extra access or financial assistance? Let’s see what we can do. View our student services.
The fine print
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
Everything in this course overview is correct at the time of being published. However, the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Please check for changes before you apply or enrol.
Federation University uses Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (for eligible students) to deliver training.
School department
Federation TAFE
Career paths
Fees and scholarships
Tuition fee information
2026 indicative fees
The fees you pay will depend on your eligibility for a Victorian Government subsidised place under the Skills First Program. The indicative fees displayed below are estimates for the total course and may change depending on individual circumstances at enrolment.
Fees are subject to change annually.
| Concession Government Subsidised Place | Standard Government Subsidised Place | Full Fee Place (Not eligible for government subsidy) |
|---|---|---|
| $467 | $2,333 | $6,491 |
Material fees
This covers things like tools, stationery, uniforms, textbooks, excursions and so on. Expect the cost to be around $419.
Other study costs
Students will require a uniform. Consisting of non-slip shoes, black pants and shirt for service periods and a name badge.
Other important information
If you need help managing your fee payments, you might be eligible for a direct debit payment plan. Students doing certificate-level TAFE courses can access payment plans for both tuition and materials fees. Diploma and advanced diploma students can access payment plans for materials fees only.
If you’re accessing government-subsidised training under the Skills First Program, doing this course might affect your ability to access future government-subsidised training.
If you’re eligible to enrol in a course under the Victorian Government Free TAFE initiative, the tuition would be free but you’d still have to pay the materials fee (if applicable).
Find out more about fees, payments and refunds.
Scholarships
There’s a range of scholarships and grants available. Find out what you can apply for.
Course details
Start dates
Semester 1, 2026
Locations
SMB (on campus)
Semester 2, 2026
Locations
SMB (on campus)
Information
- Our Mt Helen, SMB, Camp St and Gillies St campuses are located in Ballarat. Testing.
Contact hours
Students will complete 2 days per week on campus from 9.30am until 3pm for 1 semester. Timetable to be individualised for trainees.
Approximately 2 hours per week for non-supervised and self-directed/independent learning.
Sample course structure
This is a list of units available in this course. Which units you enrol in will depend on the course and stream available.
- Source and use information on the hospitality industrySITHIND006
- Work effectively in hospitality serviceSITHIND008
- Provide service to customersSITXCCS014
- Show social and cultural sensitivitySITXCOM007
- Coach others in job skillsSITXHRM007
- Participate in safe work practicesSITXWHS005
- Design and produce business documentsBSBTEC301
- Work effectively with othersBSBTWK201
- Provide First AidHLTAID011
- Use food preparation equipmentSITHCCC023
- Prepare and present sandwichesSITHCCC025
- Provide responsible service of alcoholSITHFAB021
- Operate a barSITHFAB023
- Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beveragesSITHFAB024
- Prepare and serve espresso coffeeSITHFAB025
- Serve food and beverageSITHFAB027
- Provide advice on beers, spirits and liqueursSITHFAB031
- Provide table service of food and beverageSITHFAB034
- Provide advice on food and beverage matchingSITHFAB037
- Use hygienic practices for food safetySITXFSA005
Meet us at Open Day
Open Day is your chance to explore all that Federation has to offer. Meet current lecturers and students, ask course questions, learn about our support services and explore campus spaces.
We’ve got heaps of activities, tours and presentations planned. Basically, we want you to get a real feel for Federation. The atmosphere. The opportunities. The community.
Oh – and there’s no need to pack a sandwich. Lunch is on us.
Entry requirements
Standard requirements: All applicants must complete a literacy and numeracy review prior to enrolment. The review is designed to assess your skills to ensure you have the foundations for successful completion of your studies. It will also enable teachers to identify any gaps in your current skills and allow them to offer additional support with literacy and/or numeracy to assist you to manage the requirements of your program.
Additional requirements: Students must be over 18 years old serve alcoholic beverages in their workplace.
How you apply will depend on your current situation. Visit our how to apply page for options and instructions.
After you submit your application, we’ll get you to do an online literacy and numeracy review to help us understand where you’re at (and if the course you’re applying for is a good fit). We’ll give you feedback and offer you support if needed.
For information about students’ rights and responsibilities, please refer to the VET Information Guide.
- Direct application
- Yes
- Federation University code
- LBU
- National course code
- SIT30622
Alternate pathway to entry can be via the completion of the Certificate II in Hospitality.
On completion applicants can apply to articulate into the Diploma of Hospitality Management.
If what you have learned at work, from other programs, courses, from life experience or training provided at work is relevant to this program, you may be entitled to gain subject credits or exemptions. The University is obliged to recognise the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations. For further details contact FedTAFE on 1800 333 864.