Nationally Recognised Training
RSA (accredited): legal responsibilities, recognising intoxication, refusing service and your obligations under WA liquor law
To enrol in this course, you must meet the following requirements:
Responsible Service of Alcohol is delivered face-to-face at our Northbridge training centre. Barista Essentials is blended, with a one-hour online module completed before you attend, followed by a practical session. Practical Service Skills is delivered face-to-face. Classes are capped at six students.
The RSA unit is competency-based. Your result is either Competent (C) or Not Yet Competent (NYC), and up to 3 reassessment attempts are included at no additional cost. Barista Essentials and Practical Service Skills are non-accredited short courses. They are not assessed against a national competency standard and lead to a Certificate of Completion only.
A nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for SITHFAB021 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol. A Certificate of Completion for Barista Essentials and a Certificate of Completion for Practical Service Skills. Barista Essentials and Practical Service Skills are not nationally recognised training.
Valid photo identification, closed-in shoes and comfortable clothing. All coffee equipment and materials are supplied.
Our training centre is at Unit 15, 139 Newcastle Street, Perth WA 6000, on Level 2 of Building 139 in Northbridge. There is no external signage, so head to Level 2 by lift or stairs once you are inside. The 980 bus stops at Newcastle St Before William St (Stop ID 28178), and we are a 10-minute walk from Perth Train Station, behind the TAFE building on Aberdeen Street.
Nearby car parks are available within a 10-minute walk. Parking cost reimbursement is offered for full day courses or longer. Bring your parking receipt to reception.
Workforce Training Group provides training and qualifications. Employment outcomes depend on individual circumstances. We do not guarantee job placement.
Workforce Training Group is a Registered Training Organisation, RTO 46093, based in Northbridge, Perth. We deliver nationally recognised training across construction, traffic management, hospitality and first aid.
The course fee is $340 with no additional fees. This includes the online modules, all coffee equipment and materials, your Statement of Attainment for SITHFAB021, and your Certificates of Completion for Barista Essentials and Practical Service Skills.
Full refund if you have not yet started the online modules and provide at least 2 working days written notice before the course start date. No refund once an online module has been accessed, for less than 2 working days notice, or if you do not attend any part of the course. Refunds processed through Stripe are issued minus the non-refundable Stripe processing fee.
Read full refund policyComplete the short online modules before you attend, then join us for a full day of practical training at our Northbridge training centre. The day runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm with a maximum of six students per class.
• Online modules
• All coffee equipment and materials
• Statement of Attainment for SITHFAB021 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol (nationally recognised)
• Certificate of Completion for Barista Essentials (not nationally recognised)
• Certificate of Completion for Practical Service Skills (not nationally recognised)
• Maximum of six students per class
| Name | Cost | |
| RSA | $80.00 |
This qualification may lead to the following career opportunities. Please note: completion of training does not guarantee employment.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
SITHFAB021
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Provide responsible service of alcohol
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to responsibly sell or serve alcohol. It covers legal responsibilities, recognising intoxication, refusing service and the obligations that apply to licensed premises. |
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Recognition of Prior Learning is available for units on our scope of registration. If you have relevant experience, previous certificates or work evidence, contact Workforce Training Group before enrolling and we will talk you through what is needed. Fees may apply depending on the unit, and these are explained before you proceed. Credit Transfer is also available at no cost if you hold a Statement of Attainment for an equivalent unit from another RTO.
Contact us about RPLThree components. RSA, which is a nationally recognised accredited unit. Barista Essentials, a hands-on coffee short course. Practical Service Skills, covering front-of-house techniques such as carrying plates and trays and setting tables.
No. Barista Essentials and Practical Service Skills are non-accredited short courses and lead to a Certificate of Completion. Only the RSA component is nationally recognised and leads to a Statement of Attainment for SITHFAB021.
People starting out in hospitality, job seekers who want certification alongside practical experience, and anyone wanting to build confidence before working in a cafe, bar or restaurant.
You must be 18 to legally serve alcohol in Western Australia. Students under 18 can complete the training for future work.
Around one day of in-person training, with short online modules completed before you attend.
A maximum of six, so you get plenty of hands-on time.
A USI is a Unique Student Identifier. It is a government reference number required for all nationally recognised training in Australia. Your certificate cannot be issued without one. You can create a USI free at usi.gov.au, and we can help you with this during enrolment.
Contact us before you enrol. We offer a free short verbal assessment to check your spoken English and work out what support you need. Our trainers deliver training in clear, plain English and can provide extra time, simplified explanations, and one-on-one help.
