SIT40521 | CRICOS: 109683G

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Take the next step in your cookery career and progress to the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management. Gain the specialised skills and knowledge required to join the kitchen as a chef or move on with further study.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Gold Coast Sunshine Coast Darling Downs and South West North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY On campus International

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 28 Jan 2025 Duration: 18 months View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$19,415

Subsidised

$20,905

Full Fee

$27,880

International

$29,700

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Course overview

The Certificate IV in Kitchen Management provides the technical skills and advanced knowledge required to join a kitchen brigade or continue with further specialised study.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as chefs grew very strongly over the past five years and is expected to continue to grow in the future. This very large occupation is predicted to create around 81,000 job openings over the next five years.

This course equips you to work within the kitchen at a supervisory level. You will gain hands on culinary experience in the preparation of appetisers, salads, stocks, sauces, soups, seafood, meat, poultry, breads, pastries and cakes. Develop your supervisory skills and learn how to manage diversity in the workplace, implement sustainable practices, provide leadership, manage finances, and coordinate cooking operations.

Successful completion of this course will enable you to enter the workforce as a chef or chef de partie.

What can I do?

Chef de Partie
Chef
Kitchen Manager
Kitchen supervisor

Course outcome:

SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Live training restaurant

Gain practical experience in our on-campus training restaurants where you will be working within a live environment. Learning how to use commercial equipment and often support live service.

Trade skills assessment and gap training program

If you can demonstrate substantial competency in this qualification, you may be able to access funding for recognition of prior learning and gap training through the Trade Skills and Assessment Gap Training (TSAGT) program. TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of funding from the Queensland Government, Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT) for this program. Only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 6 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 240 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC023

Use food preparation equipment

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC023

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to safely use commercial kitchen equipment to prepare a range of different food types.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Use food preparation equipment

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC027

Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC027

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a range of basic cookery methods to prepare dishes.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC028

Prepare appetisers and salads

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC028

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare appetisers and salads following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment and cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare appetisers and salads

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC029

Prepare stocks, sauces and soups

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC029

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare various stocks, sauces and soups following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment and cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare stocks, sauces and soups

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC030

Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC030

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook various vegetable, fruit, egg and farinaceous dishes following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment, cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC031

Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC031

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook various vegetarian and vegan dishes following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment, cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC035

Prepare poultry dishes

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC035

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook a range of poultry dishes following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion poultry, and to use relevant equipment, cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare poultry dishes

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC036

Prepare meat dishes

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC036

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook a range of meat dishes following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion meat, and to use relevant equipment, and cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare meat dishes

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC037

Prepare seafood dishes

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC037

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook a range of fish and shellfish dishes following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion seafood, and to use relevant equipment, and cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare seafood dishes

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC041

Produce cakes, pastries and breads

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC041

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce cakes, pastries and breads in a commercial kitchen following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients; and to use relevant equipment a range of cookery methods to make and decorate cakes, pastries and breads, and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Produce cakes, pastries and breads

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC042

Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC042

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare dishes for people who have special dietary needs for lifestyle, medical or religious reasons. It requires the ability to confirm the dietary requirements of customers, use special recipes, select special ingredients and produce food to satisfy special requirements.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC043

Work effectively as a cook

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC043

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work as a cook. It incorporates all aspects of organising, preparing and cooking a variety of food items across different service periods and menu types; using a range of cooking methods and team coordination skills. The unit integrates key technical and organisational skills required by a qualified commercial cook. It brings together the skills and knowledge covered in individual units and focuses on the way they must be applied in a commercial kitchen.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Work effectively as a cook

UNIT CODE
SITHKOP010

Plan and cost recipes

UNIT CODE :
SITHKOP010

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and cost recipes for dishes or food product ranges for any type of cuisine or food service style. It requires the ability to identify customer preferences, select recipes to meet customer and business needs, cost recipes and evaluate their success.
UNIT NAME
Plan and cost recipes

UNIT CODE
SITHKOP012

Develop recipes for special dietary requirements

UNIT CODE :
SITHKOP012

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop recipes for people who have special dietary needs for lifestyle, medical or religious reasons. It requires the ability to identify the dietary requirements of customers, develop recipes to meet those requirements, cost recipes and to monitor and evaluate the success of recipe performance.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITHCCC042 , SITHKOP010 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Develop recipes for special dietary requirements

UNIT CODE
SITHKOP013

Plan cooking operations

UNIT CODE :
SITHKOP013

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan the production of food in commercial kitchens. It requires the ability to organise required food supplies for food production and supervise food production processes.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Plan cooking operations

UNIT CODE
SITHKOP015

Design and cost menus

UNIT CODE :
SITHKOP015

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design profitable menus for all types of cuisines and food service styles. It requires the ability to identify target markets for the organisation, design menus to meet market preferences, price menu items and to monitor and evaluate the success of menu performance.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHKOP010
UNIT NAME
Design and cost menus

UNIT CODE
SITHPAT016

Produce desserts

UNIT CODE :
SITHPAT016

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce hot, cold and frozen desserts following standard and special dietary recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make and present desserts.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Produce desserts

UNIT CODE
SITXCOM010

Manage conflict

UNIT CODE :
SITXCOM010

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to resolve complex or escalated complaints and disputes with internal and external customers and colleagues. It requires the ability to use effective conflict resolution techniques and communication skills to manage conflict and develop solutions. It does not cover formal negotiation, counselling or mediation.
UNIT NAME
Manage conflict

UNIT CODE
SITXFIN009

Manage finances within a budget

UNIT CODE :
SITXFIN009

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to take responsibility for budget management where others may have developed the budget. It requires the ability to interpret budgetary requirements, allocate resources, monitor actual income and expenditure, and report on budgetary deviations.
UNIT NAME
Manage finances within a budget

UNIT CODE
SITXFSA005

Use hygienic practices for food safety

UNIT CODE :
SITXFSA005

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use personal hygiene practices to prevent contamination of food that might cause food-borne illnesses. It requires the ability to follow predetermined organisational procedures and to identify and control food hazards.
UNIT NAME
Use hygienic practices for food safety

UNIT CODE
SITXFSA006

Participate in safe food handling practices

UNIT CODE :
SITXFSA006

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to handle food safely during the storage, preparation, display, service and disposal of food. It requires the ability to follow predetermined procedures as outlined in a food safety program.
UNIT NAME
Participate in safe food handling practices

UNIT CODE
SITXFSA008

Develop and implement a food safety program

UNIT CODE :
SITXFSA008

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, implement and evaluate a food safety program for all stages in the food production process, including receipt, storage, preparation, service and disposal of food. It requires the ability to determine program requirements and prepare policies and procedures for other personnel to follow.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005 , SITXFSA006
UNIT NAME
Develop and implement a food safety program

UNIT CODE
SITXHRM008

Roster staff

UNIT CODE :
SITXHRM008

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, administer and communicate staff rosters. It requires the ability to plan rosters according to industrial provisions, operational efficiency requirements, and within wage budgets.
UNIT NAME
Roster staff

UNIT CODE
SITXHRM009

Lead and manage people

UNIT CODE :
SITXHRM009

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to lead and manage people individually and in teams, and support and encourage their commitment to the organisation. It requires the ability to lead by example and manage performance through effective leadership.
UNIT NAME
Lead and manage people

UNIT CODE
SITXINV006

Receive, store and maintain stock

UNIT CODE :
SITXINV006

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to check and take delivery of stock and appropriately store, rotate and maintain the quality of stock items.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Receive, store and maintain stock

UNIT CODE
SITXMGT004

Monitor work operations

UNIT CODE :
SITXMGT004

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to oversee and monitor the quality of day-to-day work. It requires the ability to communicate effectively with team members, plan and organise operational functions, and solve problems.
UNIT NAME
Monitor work operations

UNIT CODE
SITXWHS007

Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

UNIT CODE :
SITXWHS007

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement predetermined work health, safety and security practices designed, at management level, to ensure a safe workplace. It requires the ability to monitor safe work practices and coordinate consultative arrangements, risk assessments, work health and safety training, and the maintenance of records.
UNIT NAME
Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

Greater Brisbane

Greater Brisbane

UNIT CODE
BSBSUS211

Participate in sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE :
BSBSUS211

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to measure, support and find opportunities to improve the sustainability of work practices.
UNIT NAME
Participate in sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE
SITHASC020

Prepare dishes using basic methods of Asian cookery

UNIT CODE :
SITHASC020

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a range of basic Asian cookery methods to prepare dishes.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare dishes using basic methods of Asian cookery

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC025

Prepare and present sandwiches

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC025

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and present a variety of sandwiches in a hospitality or catering organisation, such as cafes, kiosks, canteens and cafeterias, or to organisations where catering forms only a small part of the business.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare and present sandwiches

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC026

Package prepared foodstuffs

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC026

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to package and label prepared foodstuffs for storage and transportation. It requires the ability to check the quality of food and select correct packaging materials.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Package prepared foodstuffs

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC040

Prepare and serve cheese

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC040

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and serve cheese and cheese dishes. This requires a comprehensive knowledge of cheese varieties.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare and serve cheese

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC044

Prepare specialised food items

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC044

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook food items that are more unusual in nature than those in standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, use relevant equipment, specialised cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare specialised food items

Gold Coast

Gold Coast

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC026

Package prepared foodstuffs

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC026

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to package and label prepared foodstuffs for storage and transportation. It requires the ability to check the quality of food and select correct packaging materials.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Package prepared foodstuffs

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC040

Prepare and serve cheese

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC040

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and serve cheese and cheese dishes. This requires a comprehensive knowledge of cheese varieties.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare and serve cheese

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC044

Prepare specialised food items

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC044

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook food items that are more unusual in nature than those in standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, use relevant equipment, specialised cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare specialised food items

UNIT CODE
SITHFAB025

Prepare and serve espresso coffee

UNIT CODE :
SITHFAB025

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extract and serve espresso coffee beverages using commercial espresso machines and grinders. It requires the ability to advise customers on coffee beverages, select and grind coffee beans, prepare and assess espresso coffee beverages and to use, maintain and clean espresso machines and grinders. Complex repairs of equipment would be referred to specialist service technicians.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare and serve espresso coffee

UNIT CODE
SITXFSA007

Transport and store food

UNIT CODE :
SITXFSA007

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to transport food from a food preparation area to another location. It also deals with holding or storing food on arrival.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005 , SITXFSA006
UNIT NAME
Transport and store food

UNIT CODE
SITXINV008

Control stock

UNIT CODE :
SITXINV008

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to process stock orders, maintain stock levels, minimise stock losses, manage stocktakes and maintain all documents that relate to the administration of any type of stock.
UNIT NAME
Control stock

North Queensland

North Queensland

UNIT CODE
BSBSUS211

Participate in sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE :
BSBSUS211

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to measure, support and find opportunities to improve the sustainability of work practices.
UNIT NAME
Participate in sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC025

Prepare and present sandwiches

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC025

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and present a variety of sandwiches in a hospitality or catering organisation, such as cafes, kiosks, canteens and cafeterias, or to organisations where catering forms only a small part of the business.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare and present sandwiches

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC026

Package prepared foodstuffs

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC026

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to package and label prepared foodstuffs for storage and transportation. It requires the ability to check the quality of food and select correct packaging materials.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Package prepared foodstuffs

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC040

Prepare and serve cheese

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC040

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and serve cheese and cheese dishes. This requires a comprehensive knowledge of cheese varieties.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare and serve cheese

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC044

Prepare specialised food items

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC044

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook food items that are more unusual in nature than those in standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, use relevant equipment, specialised cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare specialised food items

UNIT CODE
SITHFAB025

Prepare and serve espresso coffee

UNIT CODE :
SITHFAB025

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extract and serve espresso coffee beverages using commercial espresso machines and grinders. It requires the ability to advise customers on coffee beverages, select and grind coffee beans, prepare and assess espresso coffee beverages and to use, maintain and clean espresso machines and grinders. Complex repairs of equipment would be referred to specialist service technicians.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare and serve espresso coffee

UNIT CODE
SITXFSA007

Transport and store food

UNIT CODE :
SITXFSA007

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to transport food from a food preparation area to another location. It also deals with holding or storing food on arrival.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005 , SITXFSA006
UNIT NAME
Transport and store food

Sunshine Coast

Sunshine Coast

UNIT CODE
SITHASC020

Prepare dishes using basic methods of Asian cookery

UNIT CODE :
SITHASC020

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a range of basic Asian cookery methods to prepare dishes.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare dishes using basic methods of Asian cookery

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC026

Package prepared foodstuffs

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC026

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to package and label prepared foodstuffs for storage and transportation. It requires the ability to check the quality of food and select correct packaging materials.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Package prepared foodstuffs

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC040

Prepare and serve cheese

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC040

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and serve cheese and cheese dishes. This requires a comprehensive knowledge of cheese varieties.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare and serve cheese

UNIT CODE
SITHCCC044

Prepare specialised food items

UNIT CODE :
SITHCCC044

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook food items that are more unusual in nature than those in standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, use relevant equipment, specialised cookery and food storage methods.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITHCCC027 , SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Prepare specialised food items

UNIT CODE
SITHFAB021

Provide responsible service of alcohol

UNIT CODE :
SITHFAB021

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to responsibly sell, serve or supply alcohol.
UNIT NAME
Provide responsible service of alcohol

UNIT CODE
SITHFAB027

Serve food and beverage

UNIT CODE :
SITHFAB027

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to serve food and beverages to customers in a casual dining setting. It covers the fundamental technical skills required to prepare the outlet for the service period, interact with customers to take orders, serve and clear food and beverage, and complete end of service tasks.

Pre-requisite unit :
SITXFSA005
UNIT NAME
Serve food and beverage

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	On Campus	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time 4 days per week	Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Robina	On Campus	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time up to 3 days per week. Days vary Monday - Saturday	Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Robina On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time up to 3 days per week. Days vary Monday - Saturday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Robina	On Campus	22 Apr 2025	18 months	Full time up to 3 days per week. Days vary Monday - Saturday	Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Robina On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Apr 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time up to 3 days per week. Days vary Monday - Saturday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns	On campus with some online	28 Jan 2025	up to 18 months	Full time 3 days per week Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday	Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Cairns On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Townsville - Pimlico	On campus with some online	28 Jan 2025	up to 18 months	Full time 3 days per week	Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Townsville - Pimlico On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Cairns	On campus with some online	14 Jul 2025	up to 18 months	Full time 3 days per week Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday	Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Cairns On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Townsville - Pimlico	On campus with some online	14 Jul 2025	up to 18 months	Full time 3 days per week	Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Townsville - Pimlico On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $19,415 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $20,905 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $27,880 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Ipswich	On Campus	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time 4 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Ipswich On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
South Bank	On Campus	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time 4 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Ipswich	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	18 months	Full time 4 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Ipswich On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
South Bank	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	18 months	Full time 4 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Robina	On Campus	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time 3 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Robina On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Robina	On Campus	22 Apr 2025	18 months	Full time 3 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Robina On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Apr 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Robina	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	18 months	Full time 3 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Robina On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Mooloolaba	On Campus	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time 4 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Mooloolaba On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Mooloolaba	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	18 months	Full time 4 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Mooloolaba On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Toowoomba	On Campus	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time 4 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Toowoomba On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Toowoomba	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	18 months	Full time 4 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Toowoomba On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 4 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns	On campus with some online	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time 3 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Cairns On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Whitsundays - Cannonvale	On campus with some online	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time 3 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Whitsundays - Cannonvale On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Townsville - Pimlico	On campus with some online	28 Jan 2025	18 months	Full time 3 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Townsville - Pimlico On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Cairns	On campus with some online	14 Jul 2025	18 months	Full time 3 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Cairns On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Townsville - Pimlico	On campus with some online	14 Jul 2025	18 months	Full time 3 days per week	International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Townsville - Pimlico On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $29,700 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

Get the internationally-recognised qualification you need to launch your career while enjoying the unique Australian landscape, culture, and lifestyle.

No matter where you are in your study journey, our team of international student support advisors can help you settle into life in Australia and provide support and assistance to help you throughout your studies.

As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations.

You will be expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements. The number of hours of personal study required is dependent on your existing knowledge, skills and language needs.

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Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521)

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Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

COURSE CODE: SIT40521

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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International student payment

Our preferred payment method is telegraphic transfer or credit card using Convera Global Pay for Students or the Flywire Payment Portal. Convera and Flywire both allow you to complete your payment in your own currency using a telegraphic transfer with no processing fees or delays.
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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

Domestic students
The following selection criteria requirements apply only to domestic students:

You need to meet one of the following academic requirements:

Completion of Year 10 Certificate or equivalent; or
Mature-aged entry with work experience in a related field

International students
The following selection criteria requirements apply only to International students:

English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent - For a list of all English Language tests accepted by TAFE Queensland International.
Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 10 (or equivalent)
Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. View more information on the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12.

Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age and turning 18 during the first year of study with TAFE Queensland. International students who are under 18 years of age and are applying for a student visa are required by the Australian Department of Home Affairs to have adequate welfare arrangements in place.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

You will need to have access to or purchase a beginners knife set, and a range of other equipment. You may also be required to purchase uniform items (including TAFE Queensland branded items). These details will also be provided during orientation.

Robina campus
The Robina campus will be a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) campus for general learning. Students are able to access discounted pricing for device purchases via JB Hi-Fi. TAFE Queensland will have some portable devices available for short term loan and there will also be a limited number of desktop computers located on-site that students will be able to access. For all the details visit the BYOD page on our website.

Placement

Completing Vocational Placement is compulsory, you are required to undertake a minimum of 240 hours of Vocational Placement to complete this course. You will need to manage your commitments in order to complete a rewarding and successful placement.

Important information

Those students who have a medical contraindication may be unable to complete the vocational placement component of their course. This means you may not be able to meet all of the requirements of your course and may not be able to graduate or receive your qualification.

To be eligible for the Higher Level Skills subsidised price, you must:

be aged 15 years or over, and be no longer at school;
permanently reside in Queensland;
be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen;
not hold a certificate IV or higher-level qualification, not including qualifications completed at school and foundation skills training; and
not be enrolled in another qualification, not including foundation skills training.
be an existing worker in the Tourism and Hospitality industry
3 years cooking experience in the industry or have completed the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
Evidence must be supplied prior to enrolment

International important information

As an international student at TAFE Queensland you'll gain hands-on experience in our modern classrooms, laboratories and workshops using state-of-the-art facilities and the same tools and equipment used in industry.

Get the internationally-recognised qualification you need to launch your career while enjoying the unique Australian landscape, culture, and lifestyle.
No matter where you are in your study journey, our team of international student support advisors can help you settle into life in Australia and provide support and assistance to help you throughout your studies.

As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations.
You will be expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements. The number of hours of personal study required is dependent on your existing knowledge, skills and language needs.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

For International students

International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Course outcome:

Live training restaurant

Trade skills assessment and gap training program

Core units

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South Bank

Robina

Robina

Cairns

Townsville - Pimlico

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Townsville - Pimlico

Ipswich

South Bank

Ipswich

South Bank

Robina

Robina

Robina

Mooloolaba

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Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

International student payment

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Placement

Important information

International important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

For International students

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Careers

Certificate III in Patisserie

Careers