Diploma of Hospitality Management - North Melbourne Institute of TAFE

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CRICOS: 047863J

Diploma of Hospitality Management
National Code: THH51502

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
National Code: THH31502

Course Description

This course is designed for applicants who are employed as an Apprentice Cook. They can be employed either full-time or part-time or still attending secondary school.  The course provides participants with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to meet the demands of the culinary industry.  All modules are nationally accredited. 

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) may gain employment as qualified Chefs/Cooks in a variety of establishments.

These may include:

• Hotels/Motels
• Hospitals/Nursing Homes
• Restaurants/Bistros
• Shipping Lines
• Boarding Schools
• Resorts
• Reception centres
• Catering Companies

Graduates of the Diploma of Hospitality Management course may gain employment at the operational and supervisory level and also further management career opportunities in the general hospitality industry including hotels, motels, restaurants, clubs and other hospitality establishments. The Commercial Cookery component of the course also enables graduates to be employment as qualified Chefs/Cooks in a variety of establishments.

Course Duration

Diploma of Hospitality Management & Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) - 2 Years

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) - 1 Year

Course Commencement Dates

February and July

Entrance Requirements

Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.

Course Fee

$AUD 10,300 p.a.

Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers

Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications.

Assessment Methods

• practical assessment
• assignments
• class work
• self evaluation
• direct observation

Materials

• knife kit
• complete chef's uniform
• food and beverage attendants uniform
• specified text books

The cost of the knife and the two uniforms is approximately $400.

Further details can be obtained from the Hospitality Department.

Qualification

As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion students will be awarded the Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery), the Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) and the Diploma of Hospitality Management.