Open the door to new opportunities in hospitality and food services with a skill set that strengthens your food safety expertise.
The SITSS00069 Food Safety Supervision Skill Set provides the practical skills and knowledge needed to supervise food safety practices and support safe food handling in a range of workplace settings. Designed to meet industry requirements, this training prepares students to contribute to food safety compliance and maintain quality standards.
Whether you are looking to upskill, meet workplace requirements, or expand your career opportunities, this skill set will equip you with skills that are highly valued across the hospitality and food service industry.
This skill set is a nationally recognised course.
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Skills gained through this training can be applied across a range of tourism, hospitality and catering environments, including restaurants, cafe's, hotels, clubs, catering operations and other businesses where food safety supervision and compliance are required.
| Full Time Duration |
|---|
| 8 weeks |
This program is typically delivered over an 8-week period. As the training is competency based, students may be able to complete their studies sooner if they demonstrate the required skill level.
Students must complete the online theory component before attending the practical observation assessment on campus.
This skill set is delivered via mixed mode study combining online and in-person attendance. Theory training is completed online through Moodle, CQUniversity's learning platform. Practical skills training and assessment are conducted face-to-face in a training kitchen environment at your enrolled CQUniversity campus.
Students are encouraged to maintain regular contact with their teacher throughout the program to receive feedback and support for their learning. Teaching staff will advise students when they are able to attend their practical observation session on campus. Dates, times and locations will be provided by teachers.
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices |
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| July, 2026 | Mixed Mode, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| September, 2026 | Mixed Mode, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| November, 2026 | Mixed Mode, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
This course has no residential schools.
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
While not needed to apply, you will need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
Fee for Service/Full Fee occurs when the full tuition fee is charged to students. This may occur when the course is not included in government subsidy program/s or the student is not eligible for a government subsidy. These students are obligated to cover the entire cost. Learn more about Paying for TAFE.
Some government-funded training programs, such as Career Start and Career Boost, require students to contribute to the cost of their education through a co-contribution fee. This fee varies depending on the course and the student's eligibility for a concessional rate. Additional costs, such as uniforms and course resources, may also apply. More details on eligibility and exemptions can be found on How to Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.
Please carefully consider your training options before committing to a training course, as this may exhaust your entitlement to further Queensland Government subsidised training. CQUniversity is an approved Skills Assure supplier with the Government Department of Trade, Employment and Training.
If you are unsure of your eligibility or wish to discuss your options further, please connect with us on 13 27 86.
Check what you need to do to apply to study this course.
Our easy-to-use online application system will guide you through the process of applying for a TAFE course. If you need help along the way with your application, talk with one of our Student Advice team members by calling 13 27 86.
Applications for 2027 intakes open on 1 September 2026.
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