Behind the Bar
Kick Start Your Career with Hospitality Essentials
ABHT's Behind the Bar Training Schedule
Week 1 - Induction & Safety Foundations
Day 1
SIRXCOM002: Work effectively in a team
FSKOCM007: Interact effectively with others at work
Day 2
SITXFSA005: Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA006: Participate in safe food handling practices
Day 3
SITXWHS005: Participate in safe work practices
Week 2 - Workplace Communication & RSA
Day 4
FSKLRG009: Respond to routine workplace problems
FSKLRG011: Work-related learning strategies
Day 5
SITHFAB021: Provide responsible service of alcohol (Theory)
Day 6
SITHFAB023: Operate a bar
Week 3 – Cocktail Skills & Workplace Literacy
Day 7
SITHIND008: Work effectively in the hospitality service
Day 8
FSKRDG010: Read and respond to routine workplace info
FSKWTG009: Write routine workplace texts
Day 9
SITHFAB030: Prepare and serve cocktails (Theory)
SITHFAB022: Clean and tidy bar areas (Practical)
Week 4 – Industry, Customer Service & Hospitality Readiness
Day 10
SITXCCS014: Provide service to customers
Day 11
SITHIND006: Source and use hospitality industry info
Day 12
SITHFAB025: Prepare and serve espresso coffee (Theory)
Week 5 – Coffee Skills, Cocktails & Career Readiness
Day 13
SITHFAB025: Prepare and serve espresso coffee (Practical)
Day 14
FSKLRG003: Career planning strategies
FSKLRG007: Identify job opportunities
Day 15
SITHFAB030: Prepare and serve cocktails (Practical)
Week 6 – Bar Operations & Beverage Service
Day 16
SITHFAB030: Prepare and serve cocktails
Day 17
SITHFAB027: Serve food and beverage (& Practical)
Day 18
SITXCOM007: Show social and cultural sensitivity
Week 7 – Communication, Coaching & Gambling
Day 19
SITXHRM007: Coach others in job skills
Day 20
SITHGAM022: Provide responsible gambling services
Day 21
Catch up sessions/Work Placement
Week 8 - Catch Up & Work Placement
The last week will be used for catch up sessions and you can continue work placement. 36 Shifts (min 2 hours) need to be worked over the period of the course which might stretch duration of course out to 12 weeks
Course Fees:
This course is funded by the Queensland Government through the Career Boost program for eligible students.
Career Boost Program:
Career Start provides individuals with the skills and support to start their career. The program provides training to help individuals find a job and supports those already employed to move into more skilled roles or full-time employment.
Eligibility criteria for each student is as follows.
The Candidate must:
* Not already have a certificate III or higher qualification completed within the last 10 years (qualifications completed as a school student and foundation skills qualifications do not count);
* Be aged 15 years or older
* Not be a school student
* Be a Queensland resident
* Be an Australian citizen, or Australian permanent resident (includeshumanitarian entrant), or a temporary resident with the right visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency,
or a New Zealand citizen
SIT30622 - Certificate III Hospitality
Non-Concessional Fees: $15.00 ($1 per unit)
Concessional Fees: $10.50 (.70c per unit)
Fee for Service (unfunded students) $3450
FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways.
No fees apply to this program for Skills Assure funded students.
Payment Options:
Cash at enrolment
Direct Debit or Bank Transfer
For payments over $1500 payment plans are available
ABHT's Behind the Bar Training Schedule
Week 1 - Induction & Safety Foundations
Day 1
SIRXCOM002: Work effectively in a team
FSKOCM007: Interact effectively with others at work
Day 2
SITXFSA005: Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA006: Participate in safe food handling practices
Day 3
SITXWHS005: Participate in safe work practices
Week 2 - Workplace Communication & RSA
Day 4
FSKLRG009: Respond to routine workplace problems
FSKLRG011: Work-related learning strategies
Day 5
SITHFAB021: Provide responsible service of alcohol (Theory)
Day 6
SITHFAB023: Operate a bar
Week 3 – Cocktail Skills & Workplace Literacy
Day 7
SITHIND008: Work effectively in the hospitality service
Day 8
FSKRDG010: Read and respond to routine workplace info
FSKWTG009: Write routine workplace texts
Day 9
SITHFAB030: Prepare and serve cocktails (Theory)
SITHFAB022: Clean and tidy bar areas (Practical)
Week 4 – Industry, Customer Service & Hospitality Readiness
Day 10
SITXCCS014: Provide service to customers
Day 11
SITHIND006: Source and use hospitality industry info
Day 12
SITHFAB025: Prepare and serve espresso coffee (Theory)
Week 5 – Coffee Skills, Cocktails & Career Readiness
Day 13
SITHFAB025: Prepare and serve espresso coffee (Practical)
Day 14
FSKLRG003: Career planning strategies
FSKLRG007: Identify job opportunities
Day 15
SITHFAB030: Prepare and serve cocktails (Practical)
Week 6 – Bar Operations & Beverage Service
Day 16
SITHFAB030: Prepare and serve cocktails
Day 17
SITHFAB027: Serve food and beverage (& Practical)
Day 18
SITXCOM007: Show social and cultural sensitivity
Week 7 – Communication, Coaching & Gambling
Day 19
SITXHRM007: Coach others in job skills
Day 20
SITHGAM022: Provide responsible gambling services
Day 21
Catch up sessions/Work Placement
Week 8 - Catch Up & Work Placement
The last week will be used for catch up sessions and you can continue work placement. 36 Shifts (min 2 hours) need to be worked over the period of the course which might stretch duration of course out to 12 weeks
Course Fees:
This course is funded by the Queensland Government through the Career Boost program for eligible students.
Career Boost Program:
Career Start provides individuals with the skills and support to start their career. The program provides training to help individuals find a job and supports those already employed to move into more skilled roles or full-time employment.
Eligibility criteria for each student is as follows.
The Candidate must:
* Not already have a certificate III or higher qualification completed within the last 10 years (qualifications completed as a school student and foundation skills qualifications do not count);
* Be aged 15 years or older
* Not be a school student
* Be a Queensland resident
* Be an Australian citizen, or Australian permanent resident (includeshumanitarian entrant), or a temporary resident with the right visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency,
or a New Zealand citizen
SIT30622 - Certificate III Hospitality
Non-Concessional Fees: $15.00 ($1 per unit)
Concessional Fees: $10.50 (.70c per unit)
Fee for Service (unfunded students) $3450
FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways.
No fees apply to this program for Skills Assure funded students.
Payment Options:
Cash at enrolment
Direct Debit or Bank Transfer
For payments over $1500 payment plans are available
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Behind the Bar
Kick Start Your Career with Hospitality Essentials
Course Description
Learn real-world bar skills from real industry trainers.
Whether you’re starting out or levelling up, this course gives you everything you need to shine behind the bar.
What will you study?
You’ll learn practical bar and hospitality skills including operating a bar, pouring beer and wine, making espresso coffee and cocktails, and delivering excellent customer service. You’ll also gain essential industry knowledge such as RSA, food safety, workplace safety, processing transactions, and working confidently as part of a professional hospitality team. This course gives you the hands-on experience needed to succeed
in any bar, pub, restaurant or café.
Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
Responsible Service of Gambling (RSG)
Barista Training
Food Safety Training
Bar and Cocktail Essentials
You will study the SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality focusing on mixology and bar operations, you'll complete 15 units covering cocktail creation, bar management, and customer service, equipping you to craft delightful drinks and memorable experiences. We will also help you identify job opportunities, plan your career and how to interact with others and work in a team with units from FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways.
Sunshine Coast Venues
MAROOCHYDORE - The Duporth Tavern
52-62 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore
CALOUNDRA - The Caloundra Rugby Union Club
81 Arthur Street, Caloundra
Course Enrolment:
Capalaba Intake - 27th January 2026
Caloundra Intake - 2nd February
Maroochdore Intake - 9th February 2026
Caboolture Intake - 10th February 2026
Rocklea Intake - 17th February 2026
Aspley Intake - 17th February 2026
Entry Requirements:
There are no specific entry requirements, however you
will need to be able to speak English and demonstrate
satisfactory verbal and written communication.
Course Duration:
This course starts with a 5 week (Monday to Friday) practical & theory intensive, followed by 7 weeks of work placement.
Location:
Maroochydore & Caloundra
Caboolture, Capalaba, Rocklea & Aspley
Study Options:
Face to face training
Study Pathways:
Certificate IV Hospitality
Diploma of Hospitality Management
Register for Behind the Bar
You're on your way to gaining real skills, confidence, and a pathway into the hospitality industry. Fill out the form below and let’s kickstart your journey—Let's do this!
New Brisbane Venues coming for 2026 - Capalaba, Aspley & Caboolture
Student Success Story - Kings Beach Bar - Mason
The Beach Bars at Kings Beach, Coolum, and Cotton Tree have been fantastic long-time supporters of ABHT, upskilling their chefs and hospitality teams through our training programs.
If you join our Behind the Bar course, you might even be trained by Ky, the Operations Manager and our regular guest trainer for cocktail sessions. 🍸
And speaking of success…
During his recent work placement at Kings Beach Bar, Mason impressed the team with his enthusiasm and strong work ethic. He was quickly offered paid employment and has since completed his Certificate III in Hospitality with ABHT. Mason is now thriving in his new role, and next time you're in the Kings Beach Bar, you might just find him serving you up your favourite cocktail! 🍹
Massive congratulations, Mason!
A great example of where the right training can take you.
Course Enrolment:
Capalaba Intake - 27th January 2026
Caloundra Intake - 2nd February
Maroochdore Intake - 9th February 2026
Caboolture Intake - 10th February 2026
Rocklea Intake - 17th February 2026
Aspley Intake - 17th February 2026
Entry Requirements:
There are no specific entry requirements, however you
will need to be able to speak English and demonstrate
satisfactory verbal and written communication.
Course Duration:
This course starts with a 5 week (Monday to Friday) practical & theory intensive, followed by 7 weeks of work placement.
Study Options:
Face to face training
Location:
Maroochydore & Caloundra
Caboolture, Capalaba, Rocklea & Aspley
Study Pathways:
Certificate IV Hospitality
Diploma of Hospitality Management
Register for Behind the Bar
You're on your way to gaining real skills, confidence, and a pathway into the hospitality industry. Fill out the form below and let’s kickstart your journey—Let's do this!
Maroochydore & Calounrdra Intake
Training Plan - 5 day week (Prac & Theory)
Week 1 - Induction & Safety Foundations
Meet your trainer, get to know the course structure, and learn
essential workplace health and safety practices to start your
hospitality journey confidently.
Week 2 - Workplace Literacy & Service Foundations
Build the communication, customer service, and workplace literacy
skills needed to interact professionally and deliver great service in any
venue.
Week 3 – RSA, Bar Operations & Cocktails
Complete your RSA, learn the fundamentals of operating a bar, and get hands-on experience preparing basic cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
Week 4 – Coffee Skills, Food & Beverage & Social Responsibility
Develop your barista skills, learn food and beverage service techniques,
and understand responsible service practices across different settings.
Week 5 – Catch Up & Consolidation
Finalise any outstanding tasks, practise your new skills, and consolidate everything you ’ ve learned to prepare for real-world hospitality work.
Week 6 to Week 12 - Work Placement
Across Weeks 6 to 12, you’ll step into a real hospitality venue for hands-on work placement. This unpaid work experience allows you to apply everything you’ve learned, from bar operations and coffee skills to customer service and safety practices in a genuine workplace environment. It’s your chance to impress, build confidence, and showcase your best self. Many students transition from placement into paid employment, so this is a valuable pathway into the industry.
Course Fees:
This course is funded by the Queensland Government through the Career Boost program for eligible students.
Career Boost Program:
Career Start provides individuals with the skills and support to start their career. The program provides training to help individuals find a job and supports those already employed to move into more skilled roles or full-time employment.
Eligibility criteria for each student is as follows.
The Candidate must:
* Not already have a certificate III or higher qualification completed within the last 10 years (qualifications completed as a school student and foundation skills qualifications do not count);
* Be aged 15 years or older
* Not be a school student
* Be a Queensland resident
* Be an Australian citizen, or Australian permanent resident (includeshumanitarian entrant), or a temporary resident with the right visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency,
or a New Zealand citizen
SIT30622 - Certificate III Hospitality
Non-Concessional Fees: $15.00 ($1 per unit)
Concessional Fees: $10.50 (.70c per unit)
Fee for Service (unfunded students) $3450
FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways.
No fees apply to this program for Skills Assure funded students.
Payment Options:
Cash at enrolment
Direct Debit or Bank Transfer
For payments over $1500 payment plans are available
ABHT's Behind the Bar Training Schedule
Week 1 - Induction & Safety Foundations
Day 1
SIRXCOM002: Work effectively in a team
FSKOCM007: Interact effectively with others at work
Day 2
SITXFSA005: Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA006: Participate in safe food handling practices
Day 3
SITXWHS005: Participate in safe work practices
Week 2 - Workplace Communication & RSA
Day 4
FSKLRG009: Respond to routine workplace problems
FSKLRG011: Work-related learning strategies
Day 5
SITHFAB021: Provide responsible service of alcohol (Theory)
Day 6
SITHFAB023: Operate a bar
Week 3 – Cocktail Skills & Workplace Literacy
Day 7
SITHIND008: Work effectively in the hospitality service
Day 8
FSKRDG010: Read and respond to routine workplace info
FSKWTG009: Write routine workplace texts
Day 9
SITHFAB030: Prepare and serve cocktails (Theory)
SITHFAB022: Clean and tidy bar areas (Practical)
Week 4 – Industry, Customer Service & Hospitality Readiness
Day 10
SITXCCS014: Provide service to customers
Day 11
SITHIND006: Source and use hospitality industry info
Day 12
SITHFAB025: Prepare and serve espresso coffee (Theory)
Week 5 – Coffee Skills, Cocktails & Career Readiness
Day 13
SITHFAB025: Prepare and serve espresso coffee (Practical)
Day 14
FSKLRG003: Career planning strategies
FSKLRG007: Identify job opportunities
Day 15
SITHFAB030: Prepare and serve cocktails (Practical)
Week 6 – Bar Operations & Beverage Service
Day 16
SITHFAB030: Prepare and serve cocktails
Day 17
SITHFAB027: Serve food and beverage (& Practical)
Day 18
SITXCOM007: Show social and cultural sensitivity
Week 7 – Communication, Coaching & Gambling
Day 19
SITXHRM007: Coach others in job skills
Day 20
SITHGAM022: Provide responsible gambling services
Day 21
Catch up sessions/Work Placement
Week 8 - Catch Up & Work Placement
The last week will be used for catch up sessions and you can continue work placement. 36 Shifts (min 2 hours) need to be worked over the period of the course which might stretch duration of course out to 12 weeks
Course Fees:
This course is funded by the Queensland Government through the Career Boost program for eligible students.
Career Boost Program:
Career Start provides individuals with the skills and support to start their career. The program provides training to help individuals find a job and supports those already employed to move into more skilled roles or full-time employment.
Eligibility criteria for each student is as follows.
The Candidate must:
* Not already have a certificate III or higher qualification completed within the last 10 years (qualifications completed as a school student and foundation skills qualifications do not count);
* Be aged 15 years or older
* Not be a school student
* Be a Queensland resident
* Be an Australian citizen, or Australian permanent resident (includeshumanitarian entrant), or a temporary resident with the right visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency,
or a New Zealand citizen
SIT30622 - Certificate III Hospitality
Non-Concessional Fees: $15.00 ($1 per unit)
Concessional Fees: $10.50 (.70c per unit)
Fee for Service (unfunded students) $3450
FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways.
No fees apply to this program for Skills Assure funded students.
Payment Options:
Cash at enrolment
Direct Debit or Bank Transfer
For payments over $1500 payment plans are available
Career Pathway
Career Pathway
Students who successfully complete a Certificate III in Hospitality may be able to pursue the following entry-level career outcomes. These roles often serve as a stepping stone for further advancement in hospitality-related fields.
Students who successfully complete a Certificate III in Hospitality may be able to pursue the following entry-level career outcomes. These roles often serve as a stepping stone for further advancement in hospitality-related fields.
Food and Beverage Attendant:
Working in restaurants, cafes, hotels, serving customers, taking orders with exceptional customer service.
Front Desk Receptionist:
Greet guests, handle check-ins and check-outs, manage reservations, and provide general customer assistance.
Functions and Events Assistant:
Assisting in the planning, coordination, and execution of events in hotels or event venues.
Barista:
Baristas are skilled in preparing and serving various coffee beverages in coffee shops or specialty cafes.
Waiter/Waitress:
Waitstaff focus on table service in restaurants, ensuring a pleasant dining experience for customers.
Housekeeping Attendant:
Advance from cleaning guest rooms to supervising teams, eventually progressing to housekeeping management.
Study Pathway
Study Pathway
Take your career to the next levels
Use your Certificate III in Hospitality as a pathway to higher education — graduates are eligible to enrol in these next-level VET qualifications:
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