SIT30921 Certificate III in Catering
CRICOS COURSE CODE: 119853M
Who this is for?
Great catering is about more than good food—it’s timing, adaptability and delivering a memorable experience wherever the occasion takes you. This qualification is for people who enjoy variety and want to build practical skills for the fast-moving world of catering.
Event & Catering Enthusiasts
Learn to prepare and present food for everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale events.
Aspiring Catering Professionals
Build practical skills across food preparation, service and catering operations in real-world environments.
Hospitality Workers Expanding Their Skills
Add catering expertise to your hospitality toolkit and broaden the types of environments you can work in.
Future Catering Entrepreneurs
Develop the foundations to take your skills into mobile catering, private events or your own catering venture.
What you will learn
Learn how to prepare, present and deliver food across diverse catering environments, while developing skills in food safety, kitchen operations, service and event preparation. Build the flexibility and practical know-how to deliver quality food whether you're working behind the scenes or serving guests on the floor.
Units of competency
Course Credit
You can apply for course credit, a process that recognises prior study, skills and knowledge. Graduates from recognised institutions providing evidence of their previous studies and industry experience can apply for course credit, also known as Advanced Standing, RPL, Academic Credit or Credit Transfer.
Entry Requirements
Age Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Academic Requirements
Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent senior secondary studies in the applicant's home country, comparable to Australian senior secondary education.
Relevant Work Experience
Considered without the minimum education requirements if they have relevant work experience in the chosen area of study and demonstrate the capacity to meet course requirements. However, a minimum of 2 years' relevant work experience is expected. Each case will be reviewed individually, with evidence such as an employment reference letter on company letterhead, work samples, and curriculum vitae.
Age Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Academic Requirements
Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent senior secondary studies in the applicant's home country, comparable to Australian senior secondary education.
Relevant Work Experience
Considered without the minimum education requirements if they have relevant work experience in the chosen area of study and demonstrate the capacity to meet course requirements. However, a minimum of 2 years' relevant work experience is expected. Each case will be reviewed individually, with evidence such as an employment reference letter on company letterhead, work samples, and curriculum vitae.
English Language Requirements
To meet the Student visa English requirement, you need an approved English test taken within the last two years, with at least:
IELTS Academic or General Training: 6.0 overall
PTE Academic: 47
TOEFL iBT: 67
or an equivalent score in another test approved by the Department of Home Affairs
You may not need a test if you hold a passport from the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand or Ireland, or if you have completed at least five years of study in English in an approved country. Requirements can change, so check homeaffairs.gov.au before you apply.
Residency Requirements
Domestic applicants must be an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen, or the holder of an eligible Australian visa (e.g. Pacific Engagement visa & Australian permanent humanitarian visa).
Applicants who hold, or plan to apply for, an Australian student visa must apply as an international student.
Proof of citizenship, residency or visa status, including any visa conditions, will be required at enrolment.
Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) requirements
Before you enrol, you will complete an LLND assessment to check that your skills suit this course. It takes about 45-60 minutes and is done online. It is not a pass-or-fail test; we use the results to plan any support you need.
This course requires you to:
- read and follow workplace instructions, procedures and documents
- carry out workplace calculations, such as quantities, costs and budgets
- write reports and complete workplace records
- use our online learning portal to access materials and submit assessments
Digital skills: You will need basic computer skills: using email, browsing the internet, and opening, completing and uploading documents. You will also need access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection for study outside class.
For international students, this is in addition to the Student visa English requirement.
Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) requirements
Before you enrol, you will complete an LLND assessment to check that your skills suit this course. It takes about 45-60 minutes and is done online. It is not a pass-or-fail test; we use the results to plan any support you need.
This course requires you to:
- read and follow workplace instructions, procedures and documents
- carry out workplace calculations, such as quantities, costs and budgets
- write reports and complete workplace records
- use our online learning portal to access materials and submit assessments
Digital skills: You will need basic computer skills: using email, browsing the internet, and opening, completing and uploading documents. You will also need access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection for study outside class.
For international students, this is in addition to the Student visa English requirement.
Career Pathways
Possible Careers and Outcomes
Fees Structure
Total Fees
Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
Non-Tuition Fee
A$1,500
A$1,500
Tuition Fee
A$15,300
A$18,000
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes. Contact our Admissions team to arrange a visit at a time that suits you. You can see our classroom at Level 5, 420 St Kilda Road, talk with our team and find out more about the courses we offer.
Refunds are made in line with our Fee Payment and Refund Policy, which explains when a refund applies and how to request one.
No. All our courses are delivered full time, for both domestic and international students.
Student visa holders can currently work up to 48 hours a fortnight while their course is in session and unlimited hours during scheduled breaks. Conditions can change, so check homeaffairs.gov.au.
Yes. If you have already completed the same or an equivalent unit of competency with any Australian RTO, send us your verified transcript or Statement of Attainment and we will grant credit transfer at no cost. For international students, credit transfer may shorten your course, and we will update your CoE and fees.
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