Responsible Service of Alcohol
SITSS00071
Length
1 Day (part time)
Study Mode
On Campus
Online Self-Directed Study
Responsible Service of Alcohol - SITSS00071
Course Overview
The Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) is the required qualification to serve alcohol at any licensed venue in Victoria. If you need to serve alcohol as part of your job, this is the course for you.
Students will learn the laws and regulations around alcohol, and how to serve alcohol correctly so they're complying with the law.
After completing this course, students will receive a Certificate of Completion for the Responsible Service of Alcohol Program (RSA) for Victoria from the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation. RSA registration will need to be updated every 3 years with the Liquor Licensing Commission. This can be done for free online and ensures the continuity of the original certificate.
Careers & study pathways
Where can this course take me?
This short course prepares graduates to work in tourism, hospitality, and catering organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises, and smaller food preparation or bar areas.
Course details
Upcoming dates and times
Choose a location below to learn more about when this course is offered and on which days you’ll need to attend.
Online Campus
(1 commencing soon)
Inc OnCampus 30 min Practical Assessment - Open From: 20-Jan-2024 - Part time - Online Self-Directed Study
Shepparton - Fryers Street
(1 commencing soon)
Starts On: 25-Jun-2024 - Part time - Tuesday - 10.00am - 4.30pm - On Campus - Applications Close: 19-Jun-2024
Wangaratta - Docker Street
(1 commencing soon)
Starts On: 08-May-2024 - Part time - Wednesday - 3.30pm - 10.00pm - On Campus - Applications Close: 02-May-2024
Study units
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This course requires a total of 1 units.
Core units
1 unit(s)
- SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol
Attendance & commitment
General public face-to-face delivery | 6.5 hours course length | Part-time study load
Students are required to:
- Attend on campus for a 6.5-hour class (includes breaks).
- Undertake practical training and complete practical assessments during the face-to-face session.
- Complete written assessments within one week of training.
General public blended delivery | 6 weeks course length | Part-time study load
Students are required to:
- Work through their online learning and theory assessments for 4 weeks.
- Upon successful completion of 2 theory assessments, the student will need to attend 30 minutes on campus to complete practical assessment with their trainer at the Fryers Street Campus, Shepparton, or Docker Street Campus, Wangaratta.
Before you begin
Entry requirements
Student resources
Students must have:
- Pen and paper for on-campus delivery
- Laptop or tablet with internet for blended delivery
- Enclosed shoes for practical assessment
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
Fees and payments
Fees and costs
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to
change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees
and charges are correct at the time of publication for 2024 and may change
without notice.
Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:
- Classroom activity consumables, handouts, and booklets
- E-learning resources and associated license access fees
- Excursions
Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms, and personal protection equipment. Some
specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full
list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course
information session or during the pre-training review Interview.
Student support
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.
Learning support
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Library
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Jobs and study options
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Contingent Study Arrangements
Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.
Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.
Support for personal issues
We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.
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Disability support
Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.
Seek support from our Equitable Learning Advisors
Counselling services
We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
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