TAFE SA
1 day
This 1-day RSA course is essential for hospitality workers serving alcohol. You'll master responsible service techniques, learn to identify intoxication, and understand South Australian legislation through online theory and practical on-campus role-play assessment.
You must be a minimum of 17 years old to complete the course, though you cannot serve or supply alcohol until you are 18. There are no formal academic prerequisites. This course is ideal for individuals currently employed in or looking to enter the hospitality industry, including food and beverage attendants, bottle shop employees, and cellar door staff at wineries, breweries, and distilleries. A legal requirement for anyone serving alcohol on licensed premises is to have completed RSA training.
The course combines two assessment components. The theory component covers RSA skills and knowledge requirements common to all States and Territories, delivered online through the LEARN platform with immediate feedback and two attempts allowed per question. The practical component involves on-campus role-play tasks in a simulated environment where you must demonstrate your ability to follow RSA principles, assist customers to drink within appropriate limits, assess alcohol-affected customers, identify those to whom service must be refused, and refuse to provide alcohol when necessary. The course addresses the legal and community requirements for RSA and teaches effective communication strategies for managing difficult situations.
TAFE SA is a leading vocational education provider in South Australia with extensive experience in hospitality training. The course is delivered by experienced instructors across multiple regional locations, making it accessible to students throughout South Australia. TAFE SA's hybrid delivery model combines flexible online learning with hands-on practical assessment, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and real-world skills. The accredited unit (SITHFAB021) meets legal requirements for RSA certification in South Australia.
Upon successful completion, you'll be certified to legally serve and supply alcohol on licensed premises in South Australia. This qualification opens doors to employment in hospitality venues including restaurants, cafes, bars, pubs, bottle shops, and wineries. The RSA certification is a prerequisite for many hospitality positions and can lead to career advancement in food and beverage service, venue management, and hospitality supervision roles. The skills are transferable across the hospitality and tourism industry.
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