| Duration | Please refer to Course Structure below. |
| Location | Mackay City and Rockhampton City |
| Next intake | February, 2025 |
| Study mode | On Campus, Mixed Mode, RPL/RCC/Credit |
| Total units | 13 |
Overview
Earn this qualification to attain the skills and knowledge essential for boosting confidence in a variety of kitchen operations and tasks. Learn fundamental culinary techniques, spice up your skills, and master the art of creating delectable dishes.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in kitchens who use a defined and limited range of food preparation and cookery skills to prepare food and menu items. They are involved in mainly routine and repetitive tasks and work under direct supervision. This qualification does not meet the requirements for trade recognition as a cook, but can provide a pathway towards achieving that.
This is a nationally recognised accredited course.
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CQUniversity is truly focused on our students’ needs, and that means responding to what, how and where they want to study. It is why we are now Australia’s largest regional university, with more than 20 metropolitan and regional locations across five states, delivering TAFE and university qualifications in on-campus, online and supported online modes to more than 30 000 students.
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CQUniversity’s strong focus on student experience ensures that you are prepared and supported on your student journey. Support services include on-campus or online orientation to assist your transition into university life, course and career advice, financial support options, study support, ongoing assistance through the Student Mentor program, counselling services, support for students with disability or medical conditions, Indigenous student support and more.
Career Opportunities
This qualification provides a pathway to work in kitchen operations in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops; and institutions such as aged care facilities, hospitals, prisons, and schools.
Structure & Availability
On Campus
Duration:| Full Time Duration |
|---|
| 20 weeks |
6 months full-time
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery |
| SITHCCC034 | Work effectively in a commercial kitchen |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
Elective
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads |
| SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices |
Start TAFE Now (STN)
Duration:| Part Time Duration |
|---|
| 12 months |
12 months part-time
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery |
| SITHCCC034 | Work effectively in a commercial kitchen |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
Elective
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices |
| SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads |
| SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs |
Apprenticeships and traineeships
Duration:| Full Time Duration | Part Time Duration |
|---|---|
| 6 months | 12 months |
6 months full-time or 12 months part-time
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery |
| SITHCCC034 | Work effectively in a commercial kitchen |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
Elective
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices |
| SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups |
| SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads |
RPL Structure
Duration:RPL Only
The time to complete this qualification via RPL is dependent on the timely supply of suitable RPL evidence by the candidate. Generally, RPL may take a duration between 3 and 6 months.
RPL Units
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery |
| SITHCCC034 | Work effectively in a commercial kitchen |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices |
| SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads |
| SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs |
On Campus
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| February, 2024 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| March, 2024 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| July, 2024 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| August, 2024 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| February, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| March, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| July, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| August, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
Start TAFE Now (STN)
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| February, 2024 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| March, 2024 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| July, 2024 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| August, 2024 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| February, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| March, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| July, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| August, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
This course has no residential schools.
Requirements
There are no qualification entry requirements, however CQUniversity requires completion of bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher-level course.
Students require access to a computer with internet.
Fees & Scholarships
Fee for Service/ Full Fee
Fee for Service/Full Fee occurs when the full tuition fee is charged to students. This may occur when the course is not included in government subsidy program/s or the student is not eligible for a government subsidy. These students are obligated to cover the entire cost. Learn more about Paying for TAFE.
Co-Contribution and Co-Contribution Concessional Fee
Some government subsidies, such as Certificate 3 Guarantee, will require the individual to contribute to the cost of their training through a co-contribution fee. Government subsidies are subject to eligibility.
The fee will vary based on the course chosen and the eligibility of the student for a concession rate. The co-contribution fee represents the total cost to the student for tuition. There are other costs that the student may have to pay, including but not limited to uniforms and course resources. This will vary depending on the training. If you are required to pay Co-Contribution Fees, you may be eligible for partial or full exemption, you can find more information on Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.
As a high school student, you may be eligible for the Queensland Government’s VET in Schools (VETiS) program which is fee-free. Course specific costs may be applicable, an example would be high vis clothing and safety boots for trade courses.
If you are currently enrolled in or have previously completed a VETiS funded course, you will not be eligible for future VETiS funding.
Please carefully consider your training options before committing to a training course as this may exhaust your entitlement to further Queensland Government subsidised training.
This is a Fee Free TAFE course thanks to the Australian and Queensland Governments. Eligibility and conditions apply.
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Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more
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