TASMSS0183-V02
Introduction to Bar

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Course overview

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Locations

North
Drysdale Launceston

North West
Devonport

South
Drysdale Hobart

Attendance options

Short course

Study type

Mixed Learning

Tuition fees

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Can you see yourself working behind a bar? Be prepared with these essential bar skills plus your Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) qualification!

If you have an outgoing personality and like the idea of meeting people while pulling beers or pouring wine, this four-week course is for you! Get the basics of working behind a bar along with your Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) qualification - a legal requirement when working with alcohol products in the hospitality industry.

In this course, you will have the opportunity to experience hands-on training in a working bar environment, including some evening bar services. You will gain the skills and knowledge required to prepare a bar for service, take drink orders, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and close the bar down. You will also learn how to prepare and serve a range of teas, non-espresso coffees and other non-alcoholic beverages.

As part of the RSA qualification, you will get an overview of the service of alcohol and the law, as well as your legal responsibilities in providing service of alcohol to customers. You’ll learn how to serve alcohol responsibly and how to assist a patron to drink within appropriate limits, as well as identify alcohol-affected customers and ways to refuse to provide alcohol to those customers who are intoxicated. Importantly, this course also covers hygiene practices to follow for food safety.

If you’re looking to find a job behind a bar, or get your first taste of working in the dynamic hospitality industry, this short course is for you!

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Drysdale Launceston	7 Oct 2024 - 31 Oct 2024	Short course Attendance is 4pm to 7pm Monday to Wednesday and some Thursday evenings. Training is a combination of classroom based, online and industry simulation.	Mixed Learning	Apply now
South
Drysdale Hobart	4 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024	Short course Attendance is part time, 9am to 4pm on varying days Monday through to Friday with some evening classes. Training is a combination of classroom based, online and industry simulation.	Mixed Learning	Enquire now

Am I eligible to study a SKILL UP course?

To be eligible you must be:

a resident of Tasmania or working in Tasmania
an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or on a state sponsored visa on a pathway to permanent residence
of working age.

Note:

Students studying within the education system (Years 11 to 12) are eligible for these courses.

Some SKILL UP courses are fully online, and others are a blend of online learning combined with practical activities on campus.

SKILL UP is for eligible individuals.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

Desirable skills & attributes What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Statement of Attainment for successfully completed units.

Below is a list of all core units that TasTAFE offers in this course.

Core units
SITHFAB021	Provide responsible service of alcohol
SITHFAB023	Operate a bar
SITHFAB024	Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages
SITXFSA005	Use hygienic practices for food safety

Career opportunities

Bar crew member
Waitperson in a bar/café/restaurant

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Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

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TASMSS0183-V02 Introduction to Bar

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TASMSS0183-V02
Introduction to Bar