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Overview
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who participate in a range of routine and predictable hospitality work activities. They work under close supervision and are given clear directions to complete tasks.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in various hospitality settings, such as restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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Financial help
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Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:
*To be eligible for this funding, you have to do a traineeship.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.
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On-the-job training
- Completing this course through a work skills traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This work skills traineeship is available:
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Through work skills traineeship:
6 months
- Through work skills traineeship:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Participate in safe work practices | Core |
| Provide customer information and assistance | Core |
| Work effectively with others | Core |
| Carry out basic workplace calculations | Elective |
| Clean and tidy bar areas | Elective |
| Clean kitchen premises and equipment | Elective |
| Clean premises and equipment | Elective |
| Package prepared foodstuffs | Elective |
| Plan and apply time management | Elective |
| Prepare and present sandwiches | Elective |
| Prepare and present simple dishes | Elective |
| Source and present information | Elective |
| Use food preparation equipment | Elective |
| Use hygienic practices for food safety | Elective |
| Use hygienic practices for hospitality service | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate I in Hospitality sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Hotel and Motel Manager
ANZSCO 141311
Organise the operations of hotels and motels, providing guest accommodation, meals and other services.
Recommended education level:
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree -
Bar Attendant
ANZSCO 431111
Bar Attendants prepare, mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to patrons in licensed establishments.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Barista
ANZSCO 431112
Baristas prepare and serve espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in cafes, coffee shops, restaurants or dining establishments.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Cafe Worker
ANZSCO 431211
Prepare, serve and sell food and drinks to customers at cafes and similar establishments.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education -
Gaming Worker
ANZSCO 431311
Gaming Workers provide gaming services within casinos and other gambling establishments.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Hotel Service Manager
ANZSCO 431411
Hotel Service Managers supervise and coordinate the activities of hotel service workers.
Recommended education level:
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree -
Waiter
ANZSCO 431511
Serve food and drinks to customers at dining establishments.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Bar Useful and Busser
ANZSCO 431911
Bar Usefuls or Bussers clean and maintain public areas in bars, clubs or dining establishments by collecting and returning dishes, cutlery and glasses to the kitchen or bar, wiping tables, bars and spillages, and emptying bins and ashtrays.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education -
Doorperson and Luggage Porter
ANZSCO 431912
Doorpersons or Luggage Porters assist guests in accommodation establishments or passengers in transport terminals by attending to and carrying luggage, welcoming and escorting guests, and attending to their general needs on arrival and departure.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education -
Kitchenhand
ANZSCO 851311
Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and serving areas; help kitchen staff prepare food.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education
Training providers delivering Certificate I in Hospitality
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TAFE QUEENSLAND (RTO code 0275)
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Aurora Training Institute (RTO code 32237)
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Axiom College (RTO code 40489)
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Coal Train (RTO code 32507)
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ETC Training Solutions (RTO code 6998)
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Eva Burrows College Vocational Training (RTO code 0328)
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Jenagar Pty Ltd (RTO code 31963)
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Martyr Training Services Pty Ltd (RTO code 31279)
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MiHaven Training (RTO code 40928)
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Morton College (RTO code 41251)
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NATIONAL COLLEGE OF SKILLS (RTO code 32474)
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NOOSA COMMUNITY TRAINING CTRE INC (RTO code 1810)
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SkillCentred (RTO code 0709)
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THE INSTITUTE OF CULINARY EXCELLENCE PTY LTD (RTO code 40748)
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Yalga-binbi Institute for Community Development Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Corporation (RTO code 31116)
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Aldridge State High School (RTO code 30208)
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Alice Springs College of Australia Pty Ltd (RTO code 45855)
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Ambrose Treacy College (RTO code 46304)
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AUSTRALIAN COLLEGE OF HIGHER STUDIES (RTO code 90924)
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Australian Institute of Education and Training (RTO code 121314)
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Australian Skills Management Institute (RTO code 32217)
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Blueprint Career Development (RTO code 30978)
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Bremer State High School (RTO code 30054)
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Brisbane School of Distance Education (RTO code 1585)
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Burnett State College (RTO code 31050)
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Burnett Youth Learning Centre (RTO code 32106)
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Burpengary State Secondary College (RTO code 45446)
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Charleville State High School (RTO code 30259)
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Designer Life (RTO code 32502)
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.