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SITSS00068
This food handling course will equip you with the basic skills and knowledge required to handle food safely. Go on to complete your food safety certificate or complete further cookery related study.
This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.
This food handling course will equip you with the basic skills and knowledge required to handle food safely.
If you are involved in the preparation or serving of food then you require a food safety certificate. This course is a minimum requirement for anyone who handles food including cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen stewards/hands, and bar, food and beverage attendants.
In this course you will discover how to identify food hazards, understand basic food safety laws, learn how to minimise food safety risks, and learn methods for controlling food safety.
Successful completion of this course will enable you to continue with further cookery related study and is the first part of gaining your food safety certificate.
Statement of Attainment
The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete the unit listed below.
You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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| CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Roma
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On Campus
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18 Mar 2025
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0.5 days
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Part time 9am - 1pm
Tuesday
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RomaOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
18 Mar 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
0.5 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 9am - 1pm
Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Charleville
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On Campus
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27 May 2025
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0.5 days
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Part time 10am - 2pm
Tuesday
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CharlevilleOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
27 May 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
0.5 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 10am - 2pm
Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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Chinchilla
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On Campus
|
10 Jun 2025
|
0.5 days
|
Part time 9am - 1pm
Tuesday
|
|
ChinchillaOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
10 Jun 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
0.5 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 9am - 1pm
Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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| CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nurunderi
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On Campus
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06 Feb 2025
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Part time
Thursday
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NurunderiOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
06 Feb 2025
DURATION
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.
Part time
Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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|
Nurunderi
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On Campus
|
15 May 2025
|
|
Part time
Thursday
|
|
NurunderiOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
15 May 2025
DURATION
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.
Part time
Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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| CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Townsville - Pimlico
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On campus with some online
|
19 Nov 2024
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up to 1 day
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Part time
Tuesday
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Townsville - PimlicoOn campus with some online
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
19 Nov 2024
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 day
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time
Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Learn moreThis may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Learn moreThere are no formal entry requirements for this course.
You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. This includes having access to and wearing a white or black shirt, black pants or skirt, and enclosed shoes.
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