Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Course Overview
SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery reflects the role of commercial cooks who use a wide range of cookery skills. They use discretion and judgment and have a sound knowledge of kitchen operations. They work with some independence and under limited supervision and may provide operational advice and support to team members.
This qualification provides a pathway to work as a commercial cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, cafeterias and coffee shops.
Graduates of this course will receive an internationally recognised Australian Qualification issued through TAFE Queensland (RTO 0275).
Location
Papua New Guinea or Samoa.
Duration
Course duration is 22 weeks full time including one-week mid-semester break. Students will attend classes for a minimum of 5 days per week. Additional out-of-hours study time will be required.
Vocational Placement
As part of this qualification, you must complete 48 food service periods. APTC will organise this, and these hours will be completed within our live training restaurant and the hospitality industry. This is an opportunity for students to practise the skills and knowledge learnt in a supported environment. You may be required to work a combination of morning, lunch, afternoon, and dinner shifts to complete these vocational placement shifts. Completing placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments to complete your shifts.
Delivery Mode
Face-to-face and work placement. Training will be delivered in English and incorporate language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) support.
Course Fees*
The course fee is PKG 6,500, WST 3,000. The fee includes personal protective equipment, stationery, and uniform. The Australian Government subsidises the cost of the course including materials and consumables.
*Course fees are subject to change without prior notification. View current fees.
Course Content
The SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery will cover the following units of competency.
Graduates of this course will receive an internationally recognised Australian Qualification issued through TAFE Queensland (RTO 0275).
Entry Requirements
Citizenship
Must be a citizen of a Pacific Island Forum country.
Experience
Have significant prior industry experience (more than one year) in the area in which they wish to train or have a local qualification and limited relevant industry experience (up to one year) in the area in which they wish to train.
Assessments
Complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment indicator and Vocational Knowledge Assessment.
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*Courses offered, course dates, and fees may vary depending on student and industry demand.