Many courses at APC include work placements, giving students an opportunity to gain valuable experience and contacts before graduation. Selected students may also participate in ProjectBase, which enables groups to work with industry stakeholders on an idea, concept, project, or business plan.
Certificate III in Hospitality

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This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in skilled operations with the need to apply discretion and judgement.
The course would be relevant for employment in various hospitality settings such as:
- Restaurants
- Hotels and motels
- Clubs and pubs
- Cafes and coffee shops
Individuals may have some responsibility for others and provide technical advice and support to a team.

Are you a domestic or international student?
Course Structure
- Hospitality Industry Information
- Hospitality Service
- Hospitality Products
- Social and Cultural Sensitivity
- Reception Services
- Porter Services
- Visitor Information
- WHS 1
- Hotel Booking Systems
- Customer Service & Sales Techniques
- Workplace Coaching
- Hygiene Practices for Hospitality Services
This course includes mandatory (unpaid) work placement of 36 service periods (144 hours in total) in addition to timetabled classes.


Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) is available for all courses, subjects and units of learning and competency being offered by APC and APC Design School.
If you have experience, skills and knowledge in your field of work – you may be eligible or even close to attaining a related qualification.
All vocational courses are assessed through a combination of assessment types that may include examinations, essays, reports, group tasks, portfolios and/or presentations.
Entry Requirements
Academic: Successful completion of Australian Year 9 or equivalent.
English language proficiency: General English – Intermediate Level; or English Proficiency Skills test result as per the APC requirements.
To participate in APC courses students need to have certain technical equipment, software and design equipment. Please check this Technology and Equipment Standard for Students.


Sample Timetable
Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 |
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09:00 - 12:00 | 08:30 - 12:30 | 08:30 - 12:30 |
Subject Lecture (LEC) | Subject Enhancing Tutorial (SET) | Academic Support Material (ASM) tutorial (online subject) |
13:00 - 16:00 | 13:00 - 17:00 | 13:00 - 15:00 |
Subject Lecture (LEC) | Subject Enhancing Tutorial (SET) | Enhance Your Employability Skills (EYES) tutorial |
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Bundle and Save on Visa Costs
Course bundling is when you apply for a series of related courses, instead of just one course, saving you money on your visa costs.
For example, if you are interested in a Certificate II or Certificate III course, you can combine it into a bundle with a related Certificate IV course. Or combine a Certificate IV course with a related Diploma and Advanced Diploma.