SIT20322
Certificate II in Hospitality

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Certificate II in Hospitality

The fee you pay at TasTAFE will depend on the course you choose and may vary depending on the level of government subsidy available, the cost of delivery, any previous study you have undertaken and/or your personal circumstances.

Our fee estimator will give you an indication of the type of fee you might expect to pay, but is intended as a guide only and doesn’t include other costs associated with your course. Please contact us on 1300 655 307 to confirm your fee.

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Fee Free Tafe

Great news, this course is included in Fee-Free TAFE* for courses commencing in 2024.

To be eligible for a Fee-Free place you must be:

a resident of Tasmania or working in Tasmania
an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, an eligible VISA holder, and
of working age

*Fee-Free TAFE covers your tuition fee only. Other fees may apply. See Fee-Free TAFE Eligibility for more information.

Fee-Free TAFE and vocational education is a joint initiative of the Australian and Tasmania Governments providing tuition-free training places to students wanting to train, retrain or upskill.

Course overview

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Locations

North
Drysdale Launceston

North West
Devonport

South
Drysdale Hobart

Attendance options

Full-time
Part-time

Study type

Mixed Learning
Apprentices/Trainees

Tuition Fees

Subsidised $ 833.00
Concession* $ 277.64
Commercial $ 4,758.00
Fee-Free TAFE NO FEE

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Take your first step towards entering the hospitality industry, this course provides foundation training in hospitality. Enrol and become part of this exciting industry!

This introductory course provides an excellent insight into the dynamic, fast-paced and every-growing hospitality sector.

To succeed in this course, you will need to have a genuine passion for hospitality, be friendly and attentive and enjoy working with others. You’ll also need to have great attention to detail, be able to work under pressure, and be able to read other people’s needs.

This course can lead to career opportunities in the general hospitality industry, including hotels, motels and other accommodation establishments.

On successful completion of this course, you will have developed the skills and knowledge you need for a range of entry-level operational hospitality roles. You might also like to continue your studies and go on to undertake further studies at Certificate III level.

This course is also available as a traineeship, and, if you are still in school, as an Australian School-based Traineeship.

This introductory course provides an excellent insight into the dynamic, fast-paced and every-growing hospitality sector.

This course can lead to career opportunities in the general hospitality industry, including hotels, motels and other accommodation establishments.

This course is also available as a traineeship, and, if you are still in school, as an Australian School-based Traineeship.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North West
Devonport	22 Jul 2024 - 11 Oct 2024	Full-time Attendance is 9am to 4pm on varying days Monday through to Friday with some early morning and evening classes. This course may include work placement which will align with industry days and times.	Mixed Learning	Enquire now

Fee-Free TAFE eligibility

Fee-free TAFE is a joint initiative of the Australian and Tasmanian Governments, providing tuition-free* training places to students wanting to train, retrain or upskill.

The following Tasmanian residents are eligible for Tasmanian Government subsidised training:

Australian citizens
Permanent residents

And Tasmanian residents who have permission for work and study in Australia and:

Are New Zealand citizens with a Special Category Visa
Are holders of a temporary humanitarian visas
Are Tasmanian State Sponsored skill migrant visa holders
Are a dependent (aged over 18) or partner (spouse) visa holder of an eligible applicant.

All other visa holders are ineligible for subsidised training. This includes all bridging visa holders and Tasmanian State Sponsored business visa holders.

Applicants must also meet any specific entry requirements for individual courses.

First Nations Australians, young people (17-24), people out of work or receiving income support, unpaid carers, women facing economic insecurity, women undertaking study in non-traditional fields and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Note: People studying within the education system (up to Year 12), or undertaking a traineeship or apprenticeship are not eligible.

*Your tuition fees are covered; however you may need to cover costs such as textbooks, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

Any additional fees will be identified in course specific information.

The number of Fee-Free places on offer at TasTAFE are determined by the Australian and Tasmanian Governments.

Entry Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For this course, you will need to pay for the following items:

$324.00 (uniform $120.00, online resources $204.00)

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a SIT20322 - Certificate II in Hospitality.

Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Core units
BSBTWK201	Work effectively with others
SITHIND006	Source and use information on the hospitality industry
SITHIND007	Use hospitality skills effectively
SITXCCS011	Interact with customers
SITXCOM007	Show social and cultural sensitivity
SITXWHS005	Participate in safe work practices

Elective units
BSBCMM211	Apply communication skills
BSBSUS211	Participate in sustainable work practices
SITHCCC025	Prepare and present sandwiches
SITHFAB021	Provide responsible service of alcohol
SITHFAB022	Clean and tidy bar areas
SITHFAB023	Operate a bar
SITHFAB024	Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages
SITHFAB025	Prepare and serve espresso coffee
SITHFAB027	Serve food and beverage
SITHGAM022	Provide responsible gambling services
SITHIND005	Use hygienic practices for hospitality service
SITHKOP009	Clean kitchen premises and equipment
SITXFIN007	Process financial transactions
SITXFSA005	Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA006	Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXINV006	Receive, store and maintain stock

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Career opportunities

Bar attendant
Café attendant
Catering assistant
Food and beverage attendant
Front office assistant
Porter
Room attendant

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Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

Our student support services are available for all students, and aim to provide the support you need to make your learning experience just that little bit easier.

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SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality

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SIT20322
Certificate II in Hospitality