Tourism, Hospitality and Events

NTIS code

SIT07

Industry

Hospitality

Qualification title

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Course duration

The academic year is 58 weeks divided into five 10 week terms plus four 2 week term breaks. In Terms 1 to 3, each week is of at least a minimum of 20 hours face-to-face training per week. The later part of Term 4 and all of Term 5 consist of structured work placement and external work experience.

Entry requirement

Literacy and mathematical skills of 12 years of Australian school standard or equivalent, and a minimum of 5.5 in IELTS score or equivalent. International students must hold valid Australian visa to study this course. Students must be 18 or over in age.

Qualification recognition

This qualification like other CIBT qualifications is based on the principles, guidelines and standards set   Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF). As such, all CIBT qualifications have national recognition.

Under the obligation of mutual recognition CIBT recognises the qualifications delivered by other institutions which are based on the AQF. So your ‘Qualification’ or ‘Statement of Attainment’ from other Recognised Training Organisations (RTOs) will be accepted as equivalent attainment or qualification by CIBT.

Intake time

CIBT term dates. Four times in a year. Jan., April, July, October

Tuition fee

$ 12,000/-

Enrollment fee

$200/-

Uniform, books,
knives and others

$700/-

Health cover

All international students studying in Australia are required to maintain approved health cover as a condition of their Student Visa. You need to buy OSHC cover before you come to Australia. You will also need to maintain your OSHC cover throughout your stay and study period in Australia.
CIBT assists students in obtaining and maintaining their  OSHC cover                                
Contact the CIBT Student Services Manager for more information on health cover. To seek your cover on-line you may go to Medibank Private website at http://www.medibankprivate.com.au
The health cover cost for you will be as follows:
Up to 3 months:  $ 87.50-58.00 ( Single or Family)
6  months:           $174.00-348.00
9 months:            $ 261.00-522.00
1 year:                 $ 348.00-696.00
2 Years:               $ 661.20-1, 322.40

Living cost

The average living cost in Sydney (depending on your life style) is likely to be in the following range

Accommodation

CIBT can make guest-stay or home-stay arrangements through Home-stay Worldwide Pty. Ltd, Telephone: 61 2 95440126 It may also be able to organize independent apartments through Camarvon Private Hotel, Telephone: 61 2 9925 051, or organize a long-term rental accommodation through Peter Hill First National, Telephone 61 2 9929 8944

Learning support

CIBT provides learning support in a number of areas including language and numeracy, undertaking assignments. It also provides one-to-one counselling in case of learning difficulties. It can organize psychological counselling in case of difficulties in adjustment in the Australian learning environment or personal traumas and disappointments.

Payment time/
installments

Full amount at the time of registration or two terms  fee in advance at a time

Refund and
cancellation policy

Enrolment fee, accommodation booking fees, materials fee are non refundable. Any application for refund must be in writing. Tuition fee will be refunded in full if:
  CIBT is notified at least 28 days before the commencement date of the course, or

• The candidate is not granted a Student Visa. In this instance a rejection letter from the Australian embassy must accompany the application
• CIBT will not be able to offer the proposed course

     Details on refund policy are provided in the Student Prospectus and Enrolment form

Course allowances

Not available

Career prospect/
pathway

To work as a Chef/Cook in hotels, restaurants, resorts, catering companies and/or to continue higher studies in Commercial Cookery at Certificate IV or other advanced levels

Delivery

This qualification will be delivered in an institution- based learning environment at 116-118 Pacific Highway, North Sydney, NSW, 2060 and at its kitchen facilities. The mode of delivery will be a combination of lectures, group discussions, practical kitchen works, on-the-job kitchen role, and others.

 In order to complete the SIT30807 Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery), students are required to undertake approximately 12 weeks’ work experience in an operating commercial kitchen. CIBT will organise short-term work placements for students incorporating on-job training, and will also assist students to find appropriate employment to meet the total industry experience requirements.

Learning environment
/facilities

Throughout the entire training program students will be provided with appropriate learning materials like lecture notes, power point slides, workbooks, handouts, delivery and assessment plans, reading materials, assessment tasks, computer/internet access and supplies.

The learning environment is supported by needed learning technology, furniture and facilities including appropriate space allowance, lighting and ventilation.

Assessments

All assessments will be conducted at the CIBT sites including the CIBT kitchen facilities and through a continual series of formal and informal, continuing and summative strategies such as written assignments, practical works, research projects, presentations, practical demonstrations and examinations.

Units covered

Twenty nine (29) units of competency; twenty six (26) core units and three (3) elective units based on the Tourism, Hospitality and Events  Training Package guidelines.

Course structure

See below

More information

Detailed information on CIBT’s training services and facilities location, and enrolment conditions and procedures is available at www. cibt..nsw.edu.au. .More information on CIBT’s policies and student’s obligation can also be obtained from Student Handbook or,  by calling + 61 2 99550488 or by e-mailing CIBT information services at info@cibt..nsw.edu.au

Title

Core or Elective

SITHCCC001A

Organise and prepare food

Core

SITHCCC002A

Present food

Core

SITHCCC003A

Receive and store kitchen supplies

Core

SITHCCC004A

Clean and maintain kitchen premises

Core

SITHCCC005A

Use basic methods of cookery

Core

SITHCCC006A

Prepare appetisers and salads

Core

SITHCCC008A

Prepare stocks, sauces and soups

Core

SITHCCC009A

Prepare vegetables, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes

Core

SITHCCC010A

Select, prepare and cook poultry

Core

SITHCCC011A

Select, prepare and cook seafood

Core

SITHCCC012A

Select, prepare and cook meat

Core

SITHCCC013A

Prepare hot and cold desserts

Core

SITHCCC014A

Prepare pastries, cakes and yeast goods

Core

SITHCCC016A

Develop cost‑effective menus

Core

SITHCCC027A

Prepare, cook and serve food for food service(holistic)

Core

SITHCCC028A

Prepare, cook and serve food for menus (holistic)

Core

SITHCCC029A

Prepare foods according to dietary and cultural needs

Core

SITHIND001A

Develop and update hospitality industry knowledge

Core

SITXCOM001A

Work with colleagues and customers

Core

SITXCOM002A

Work in a socially diverse environment

Core

SITXCOM003A

Deal with conflict situations

Core

SITXFSA001A

Implement food safety procedures

Core

SITXHRM001A

Coach others in job skills

Core

SITXOHS001A

Follow health, safety and security procedures

Core

SITXOHS002A

Follow workplace hygiene procedures

Core

HLTFA301B

Apply first aid

Core

SITHCCC025A

Monitor Catering Revenues and Cost

Elective

SITXHRM002A

Recruit, select and induct staff

Elective

SITHCCC015A

Plan and prepare foods for buffets

Elective