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Certificate III in Hospitality (Catering Operations)
Certificate III in Hospitality (Catering Operations)
THH32997
E026
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 23/09/1997 | Current | Archived |
Description
Schedule
1. CORE
All requirements of THH21997 Certificate II in Hospitality (Catering Operations) plus the following units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0018 | THHGTR01A | Coach others in job skills | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0015 | THHGGA01A | Communicate on the telephone | 5 | Unit of competency |
| E0017 | THHGCS03A | Deal with conflict situations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0089 | THHBCC13A | Plan and control menu based catering | 30 | Unit of competency |
| E0108 | THHADCAT01A | Prepare daily meal plans to promote good health | 18 | Unit of competency |
| E0013 | THHGCS02A | Promote products and services to customers | 45 | Unit of competency |
2. ELECTIVES
In addition to the five units already completed for THH21997 Certificate II in Hospitality (Catering Operations), at least two additional units to be selected from the following to a maximum of 184 hours. Any units selected must be relevant to the occupational outcome sought and the AQF level. Where the competencies involve the service of alcohol, the Unit THHBFB09A Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol must be included. NOTES: The total hours of Certificate I in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations), Certificate II in Hospitality (Catering Operations) and Certificate III in Hospitality (Catering Operations) combined, must not exceed 708 hours. HOSPITALITY FUNCTIONAL AREAS COMMERCIAL CATERING
3. ELECTIVE
COMMERCIAL COOKERY
4. ELECTIVE
PATISSERIE
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0141 | THHSPT01A | Plan and operate coffee shops | 120 | Unit of competency |
| E0140 | THHADPT08A | Plan, prepare and display sweet buffet show pieces | 30 | Unit of competency |
| E0136 | THHADPT04A | Prepare and display petits fours | 30 | Unit of competency |
| E0139 | THHADPT07A | Prepare and display sugar work | 48 | Unit of competency |
| E0137 | THHADPT05A | Prepare and model marzipan | 24 | Unit of competency |
| E0134 | THHADPT02A | Prepare and present gateaux, torten and cakes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| E0131 | THHBPT02A | Prepare and produce cakes | 24 | Unit of competency |
| E0130 | THHBPT01A | Prepare and produce pastries | 24 | Unit of competency |
| E0132 | THHBPT03A | Prepare and produce yeast goods | 42 | Unit of competency |
| E0133 | THHADPT01A | Prepare bakery products for patissiers | 42 | Unit of competency |
| E0138 | THHADPT06A | Prepare desserts to meet special dietary requirements | 30 | Unit of competency |
| E0135 | THHADPT03A | Present desserts | 42 | Unit of competency |
5. ELECTIVE
FOOD & BEVERAGE
6. ELECTIVE
GENERAL AREAS CUSTOMER SERVICE, SALES & MARKETING
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0147 | THHGCS07A | Co-ordinate marketing activities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| E0017 | THHGCS03A | Deal with conflict situations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0016 | THHGCS01A | Develop and update local knowledge | 10 | Unit of competency |
| E0032 | THHGCS08A | Establish and conduct business relationships | 40 | Unit of competency |
| E0045 | THHGCS04A | Make presentations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| E0031 | THHGCS05A | Organise functions | 40 | Unit of competency |
| E0041 | THHGCS06A | Plan and implement sales activities | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0013 | THHGCS02A | Promote products and services to customers | 45 | Unit of competency |
7. ELECTIVE
HYGIENE, HEALTH, SAFETY AND SECURITY
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0014 | THHGHS02A | Clean premises and equipment | 12 | Unit of competency |
| E0048 | THHGHS03A | Provide first aid | 24 | Unit of competency |
8. ELECTIVE
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0015 | THHGGA01A | Communicate on the telephone | 5 | Unit of competency |
| E0038 | THHGGA07A | Control and order stock | 25 | Unit of competency |
| E0054 | THHGGA09A | Manage Projects | 60 | Unit of competency |
| E0037 | THHGGA02A | Perform clerical procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0053 | THHGGA08A | Plan and establish systems and procedures | 25 | Unit of competency |
| E0051 | THHGGA05A | Plan and manage meetings | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0050 | THHGGA04A | Prepare business documents | 25 | Unit of competency |
| E0052 | THHGGA06A | Receive and store stock | 10 | Unit of competency |
| E0049 | THHGGA03A | Source and present information | 10 | Unit of competency |
9. ELECTIVE
FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0057 | THHGFA03A | Audit financial procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0056 | THHGFA02A | Maintain financial records | 45 | Unit of competency |
| E0059 | THHGFA05A | Manage payroll records | 15 | Unit of competency |
| E0058 | THHGFA04A | Prepare financial statements | 35 | Unit of competency |
| E0055 | THHGFA01A | Process financial transactions | 15 | Unit of competency |
10. ELECTIVE
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0060 | THHGCT01A | Access and retrieve computer data | 10 | Unit of competency |
| E0061 | THHGCT02A | Produce documents on computer | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E260 | THH32902 | Certificate III in Hospitality (Catering Operations) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
from the Hospitality Training Package THH97 which should be consulted for full
descriptions of requirements. THH97 is accredited until 16/10/2000.
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training
Authority. RTOs who wish
to deliver this qualification must be registered by their State
accrediting body.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training
Package available from Australian
Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the CMS by the Product Development
& Evaluation Unit,
South East Metropolitan College of TAFE.
Entry Requirements
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