Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

To achieve this qualification, students must complete 25 units in total: 20 core units and 5 elective units. Students who complete all required units will be awarded the full qualification, while those who complete individual units may receive a Statement of Attainment, provided their USI is verified.

The course requires 240 hours of work placement. Where applicable, work placement is compulsory and arranged through AIA or its approved industry placement partners. Additional placement fees may apply.

Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following approved tests: IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 60, PTE Academic 50, or equivalent. Alternatively, English competence may be demonstrated through completion of a recognised ELICOS program, at least two years of study in Australia at AQF Level 4 or higher, minimum five years of study in English in certain English-speaking countries, or completion of Year 12 in English. Applicants without documented evidence may complete an online LLND assessment to meet entry requirements.

Once you have successfully completed the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (SIT30821), you can progress to the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, or any other Diploma level qualification within the SIT Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Training Package.

Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and include written questions, projects and presentations, report writing and role plays/observations, and kitchen-based demonstration or work placement. At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) are also available for eligible students.