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Hospitality courses
3 hospitality qualifications in Australia, compared side by side: cost, duration, providers and where each one leads.
- Qualifications
- 3
on this page
- Providers
- 597
across all qualifications
Which of these is right for you?
We don't recommend one provider over another, but four things usually decide which qualification is the right one to start with.
- How much time can you give it?
- A certificate usually runs months, not years, and gets you working sooner. A degree is a multi-year commitment, but it's the only route into a registered profession like pharmacist.
- Do you want to study online, on campus, or both?
- Check each qualification's study modes below. Some are online only, some require placements or on-campus units even in a mostly online course.
- What's your entry point?
- If you're starting from school leaver or career change with no background in the field, the lowest rung on the ladder is usually the realistic start, not the top qualification.
- Which role are you aiming for?
- Some roles need one specific qualification. Others accept several. The roles section below says which qualification on this page actually gets you there.
The hospitality qualifications
3 qualifications in this field. Each links through to cost, duration and the providers that teach it.
Certificates and diplomas
Certificate II in Hospitality
297 providersThis qualification suits people starting out in hospitality who want a first job or a foot in the door, in places like cafes, pubs, hotels, restaurants or catering operations.
Certificate IIView qualification →Certificate III in Hospitality
219 providersA certificate at this level prepares you to work on the floor of a restaurant, hotel, club or café with enough judgement to sort out most problems yourself and know when to check with a supervisor.
Certificate IIIView qualification →Certificate IV in Hospitality
81 providersThis certificate suits hospitality staff ready to move into a supervisory role, or people with some industry experience who want to take on more responsibility.
Certificate IVView qualification →