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Duration
The length of time to complete this qualification is 2 days of face-to-face training.
Intake
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Entry requirements
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Overview
This Course describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extract and serve espresso coffee beverages using commercial espresso machines and grinders. It requires the ability to advise customers on coffee beverages, select and grind coffee beans, prepare and assess espresso coffee beverages and to use, maintain and clean espresso machines and grinders.
It also includes pre-requisite unit SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety, this gives an understanding of hygienic practices used in a commercial environment for the safety of customers.
This unit applies to any hospitality organisation that serves espresso coffee beverages, including cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, function and event venues. It applies to espresso machine operators who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.
Career opportunities
Possible occupations relevant to this program include:
- Café Attendant
- Barista
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
Fees
2023 course fee for urban students (Darwin and Alice Springs) is $220.00.
The course fee for regional and remote students who are eligible for an NT Government supported place is $67.50. For students who are not eligible, the course fee is $220.00.
International VET Package
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Why study at CDU?
Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.
- Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
- Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
- Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
- Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
What will I study?
To achieve VTP454 - Barista Training a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as detailed below.
Course structure
Students will be issued with a 'Statement of Attainment' upon the successful completion.
The total Nominal Hours for the sequence listed below is 45.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
| UNITS OF COMPETENCY | ||
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | 15 |
| SITHFAB025 | Prepare and serve espresso coffee | 30 |
| Total nominal hours for the training program | 45 | |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To gain entry to this course candidates must:
- be eligible under 11H funding to enroll in the course if the student is still attending school. Students will be from year 9, or from year 10 & 11 for Alice Springs only
- be eligible under 11J funding to enroll in the course
Students will need to demonstrate an appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy skills to undertake this program. Students may be required to complete an online LLN assessment to determine any support requirements.
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Course details
Accreditation
This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.
Location and study mode
Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.
Locations: Alice Springs, Palmerston
Study Mode: On campus
Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.
Additional information
Contact details
| Email:Student.Central@cdu.edu.au. Phone: 1800 061 963 (free call). |
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How to apply
How to apply direct to CDU
Applications to CDU must be submitted online.
You will need a valid email address to create your online account.
Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
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