TAFE NSW
12 weeks
The Responsible Service of Alcohol is a nationally recognised qualification that equips you with the knowledge and skills to serve alcohol responsibly in NSW licensed venues. Ideal for hospitality workers aged 17+, this course teaches legal compliance, customer assessment, and harm minimisation strategies essential for bartenders, servers, and hospitality professionals.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, you should be at least 17 years old to prepare for industry work (you can legally work in the industry when you turn 18). You'll need the ability to stand for long periods, willingness to work shift hours, and good judgement skills. If you've completed an RSA course in NSW within the last 5 years and hold an interim certificate or RSA competency card, you cannot enrol in this course and must complete a refresher through Liquor & Gaming NSW instead.
The course covers one core unit: Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol (SITHFAB021). Through a mixture of theory and practical coursework, you'll learn to sell and serve alcohol responsibly, assess customers affected by alcohol, identify when to refuse the sale or service of alcohol, use harm minimisation strategies, and understand liquor laws and compliance requirements. The training is delivered through flexible online, virtual classroom, and on-campus options to suit your lifestyle.
TAFE NSW is an approved training provider by Liquor & Gaming NSW for 2025-2026, the government body that regulates the liquor industry in New South Wales. As a nationally recognised training organisation, TAFE NSW ensures your qualification is accepted across Australia's hospitality industry. The course provides flexible study options including online, virtual classroom, and on-campus delivery, with support services including disability support, language and literacy assistance, and career counselling to help you succeed.
Upon completion, you'll receive an interim RSA certificate and can apply for your RSA competency card through Service NSW, which allows you to legally serve, sell, or supply alcohol in licensed venues. This qualification opens doors to various hospitality careers including bartender, food and beverage attendant, cafe attendant, function attendant, and restaurant manager roles. You can further advance your career by pursuing Certificate II in Hospitality, Certificate III in Hospitality, or Diploma of Hospitality Management through TAFE NSW.
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