SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial cookery
Course code | SIT30821 |
Start date | View Intake Dates |
Delivery mode |
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Duration | Domestic: 52 weeks
International: 52 weeks (All the courses for International students are run over 2.5 days for a minimum of 20 hours per week)
** Please note: Duration in weeks may vary depending upon the amount of contact days per week. Duration may vary depending on the cohort and industry requirements |
RTO Requirements
International Students
The entry requirements for International Students are:
Must be 18 years old or over
Must have completed year 12 or equivalent
Must have a minimum IELTS score of 6 or
Must have a minimum TOEFL score of 64 or
Must have a minimum PTE Academic score of 50 or
Must have a minimum Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) score of 169 or
Must have a minimum OET score of B for each component
Domestic Students
Training and assessments are conducted in English. Applicants must possess sound written and oral English skills. You will be required to complete a Pre-training and Language Literacy and Numeracy Assessment.
All assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet, and it is recommended that students have these available before or at enrolment. Student must possess digital literacy skills to be successful.
For inquiries regarding additional requirements, international and domestic students are encouraged to reach out to us either by phone at 13 13 89 or +61 3 9450 0500, or by visiting contact page.
Training Package
There are no pre-requisite or any other training package entry requirements to enrol in this course.
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Pathways into the qualification
Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed SIT20421 Certificate II in Cookery in this Training Package or other relevant qualifications.
Pathways from the qualification
While ETEA may not offer all the qualifications indicated within the pathway, the organisation advises relevant progression that may be attained by upskilling.
- SIT40521 – Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
- SIT50422 – Diploma of Hospitality Management
- SIT60322 – Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
Employment or occupational pathway
Certificate III in Cookery prepares students for the preparation of Simple as well as complex dishes and getting job ready for small to large restaurants to work as a chef.
Job roles related to this qualification include:
- Chef
- Sous Chef
ETEA utilises a range of assessment methods to assess student skills and competencies. These are as outlined below:
- Question and answer/written assessment tasks
- Role play/practical demonstration and observation of skills (as applicable)
- Practical demonstration and observation of skills in a simulated environment (as applicable)
Assessment will be either a Recognition of Prior Learning pathway or a Training and Assessment pathway. For a Training and Assessment pathway, participants are advised of the assessment requirements at the start of each training session. Students not achieving competency in any of the assessments will be required to undertake another assessment under the terms and conditions of ETEA’s reassessment policy.
You can apply for recognition of prior learning, academic credit and work experience towards this qualification. During the course of your life you will develop a wide range of skills and knowledge. Through work, volunteer roles, family commitments and various tasks undertaken in everyday life, you are building up a bank of knowledge. The evidence of these skills and knowledge accumulated can be used to help you gain a qualification.
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Please note: dates are subject to change due to holidays and availability.
If the dates provided do not suit, please contact us at 13 13 89 or +61 3 9450 0500 via phone, or through our contact page, as we will accommodate dates to suit student’s needs.
Intake Dates For 2024 | ||||||||||||
JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC | |
International Students | 8th | 15th | 15th | 7th | ||||||||
Domestic Students | Please call us on 131389 or +61 03 94500500 for the intake Dates |
Intake Dates For 2025 | ||||||||||||
JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC | |
International Students | 6th | 21st | 14th | 6th | ||||||||
Domestic Students | Please call us on 131389 or +61 03 94500500 for the intake Dates |
Intake Dates For 2026 | ||||||||||||
JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC | |
International Students | 5th | 20th | 13th | 5th | ||||||||
Domestic Students | Please call us on 131389 or +61 03 94500500 for the intake Dates |
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 25 units,
consisting of 20 core and 5 elective units
(NB: Elective units may vary by state and are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements)
Code and Unit Name | Pre-requisite |
Core Units | |
SITHCCC023* Use food preparation equipment | SITXFSA005 |
SITHCCC027* Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | SITXFSA005 |
SITHCCC028* Prepare appetisers and salads | SITXFSA005 |
SITHCCC029* Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | SITXFSA005 |
SITHCCC030* Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | SITXFSA005 & SITHCCC027 |
SITHCCC031* Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | SITXFSA005 & SITHCCC027 |
SITHCCC035* Prepare poultry dishes | SITXFSA005 & SITHCCC027 |
SITHCCC036* Prepare meat dishes | SITXFSA005 & SITHCCC027 |
SITHCCC037* Prepare seafood dishes | SITXFSA005 & SITHCCC027 |
SITHCCC041* Produce cakes, pastries and breads | SITXFSA005 |
SITHCCC042* Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | SITXFSA005 & SITHCCC027 |
SITHCCC043* Work effectively as a cook | SITXFSA005 & SITHCCC027 |
SITHKOP009* Clean kitchen premises and equipment | SITXFSA005 |
SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipes (Superseded) | NIL |
SITHPAT016* Produce desserts | SITXFSA005 |
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety | NIL |
SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices | NIL |
SITXHRM007 Coach others in job skills | NIL |
SITXINV006* Receive, store and maintain stock | SITXFSA005 |
SITXWHS005 Participate in safe work practices | NIL |
Elective Units | |
BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices (Equivalent) | NIL |
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid | NIL |
SITHCCC025* Prepare and present sandwiches | SITXFSA005 |
SITHCCC040* Prepare and serve cheese | SITXFSA005 |
SITHCCC038* Produce and serve food for buffets | SITXFSA005 & SITHCCC027 |
** Please note: electives may vary by state and are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements.