Fast Facts
- Face to face course
- Convenient CBD location
- Course approved by the Liquor Control Victoria (LCV)
- Course cost $55
- 6 hours class
- Experienced trainers and hospitality experts
Pre-requisites
Upcoming Courses
There are no eligible classes set up in aXcelerate under this course.
Course details
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to responsibly sell, serve or supply alcohol.
Responsible practices must be undertaken wherever alcohol is sold, served or supplied, including where alcohol samples are served during on-site product tastings. This unit therefore applies to any workplace where alcohol is sold, served or supplied, including all types of hospitality venues, packaged liquor outlets and wineries, breweries and distilleries
Course overview
- Legal requirements of the sale and service of alcohol
- Harm minimisation
- Duty of care
- How to anticipate problems and manage customers
- How to assess and monitor intoxication levels
- Advising customers on standard drinks and the effects of alcohol
Job outcomes
- Become certified to sell alcohol
- Become certified to serve alcohol
- Become certified to supply alcohol
Certificate issuance
Successful participants will receive a statement of attainment as a partial completion of the SIT30622-Certificate III in Hospitality.
Delivery & Assessment
Melbourne City Institute of Education utilises competency-based assessment to demonstrate that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by nationally recognised standards. To achieve competency in this course you will need to complete a written and a skills demonstration.
Replacing your RSA certificate
If you have lost your original RSA certificate, you can contact usto arrange a replacement.
The replacement cost is $15. To replace your certificate for free, you can complete the RSA refresher course through the LCV which will provide you with a new certificate that can be downloaded by you at no additional cost.
The unit incorporates the knowledge requirements, under state and territory liquor licensing law, for employees engaged in the sale, service or supply of alcohol.
Certification requirements differ across states and territories. In some cases, all people involved in the sale, service including promotional service and supply of alcohol in licensed premises must be certified in this unit. This can include the licensee and security staff.
This unit covers the RSA skill and knowledge requirements common to all States and Territories. Some legislative requirements and knowledge will differ across borders. In some cases, after completion of this unit, state and territory liquor authorities require candidates to complete a bridging course to address these specific differences.
Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory liquor licensing authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors.
Successful participants will receive a statement of attainment as a partial completion of SIT30622-Certificate III in Hospitality
Liquor Control Victoria (LCV)
MCIE is accredited by Liquor Control Victoria (LCV) to deliver RSA.
In accordance with LCV policy, RSA Certificates are awarded to participants who successfully achieve at least 70% on the assessment task. Certificates will be available for collection the next working weekday.From 1st July 2021, the RSA course in Victoria requires completion of the national unit of competence SITHFAB021 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol. Training organisations that are approved by LCV to deliver RSA and issue the correct certificate, are now easier to identify. Look for the ‘Liquor Control Victoria Approved RSA Provider’ wordmark (pictured) on training websites and advertising:
This course will include content that is specific to Victorian liquor laws and is delivered in accordance with those guidelines outlined by the Liquor Control Victoria (LCV)
RSA refresher course
Your RSA does not expire, but you need to refresh it every three years to maintain currency. Complete the RSA refresher(opens in a new window) course online.
You need your original RSA certificate number which can be found in the bottom right corner of your certificate. If your certificate was issued before 31 January 2023 the certificate number is in the top right corner.
Entry requirements
Age at commencement
- Learners must be 16 years and older at the time of course commence
- A person under the age of 18 can complete an approved RSA training course but must wait until they turn 18 to use it
Students with disabilities
MCIE welcomes all people with disabilities, learning differences and medical conditions. Acceptance in this course is subject to candidates’ ability to undertake all course requirements as discussed in the Pre-Training Review, with reasonable adjustment where applicable.
Regulatory
All participants require a Unique Student Identification (USI) number. If you do not have a USI number you can apply for one online at https://www.usi.gov.au/students, or you can give MCIE’s admin staff permission to apply on your behalf.
Digital technology
Students are required to have sufficient digital literacy skills to access online content, enter answers to written questions and communicate with trainers via email, the student portal and the learning management system.
How to enrol
- Click book online and select a date from our available class dates on this page
- Complete your personal details and make a payment
- Follow the prompts in your confirmation email
Please ensure you arrive on time for your scheduled class
Group bookings
For group/ or school booking enquiries please send an email to sales@mcie.edu.au
The reviews
Highly recommend MCIE for short courses
THe RSA course is short and easy to digest….I really enjoyed my time there & it was all smooth and professional