
Foundation Education
Certificate IV in Hospitality
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Take the next step in your career and progress into a supervisor role in the dynamic and fast-paced hospitality industry.
Are you ready to start aiming for supervisor roles in hospitality? With the right qualification, you can set yourself up for a rewarding career in this dynamic and fast-paced industry.
The Certificate IV in Hospitality will prepare you in service, sales, hygiene and operations so that you can work in senior positions across a wide range of hospitality venues. As a more advanced qualification, you’ll also learn how to plan, monitor, and evaluate the work of your team.
Upon course completion, you’ll be ready to dive into roles as a Restaurant Supervisor, Bar Supervisor or Front of House Supervisor in hotels, clubs, pubs, restaurants, cafés, and more. With the flexibility to pace your studies to suit your goals, you can complete the Certificate IV in Hospitality qualification in 18 months or less.
The Certificate IV in Hospitality course consists of a minimum of 36 service periods in a real-world hospitality workplace with theoretical coursework completed through our online learning platform, My eCampus. This can be done anywhere, anytime, giving you the ultimate freedom to study at your own pace.
With this qualification and the right experience, you could end up managing large-scale establishments or even starting your own hospitality business in this growing and in-demand industry.
Studying with Foundation Education also means that you’ll receive personalised support throughout your studies whenever you need it. With personalised coaching and guidance from our Education Faculty Trainers and Assessors and a dedicated team of Student Support Officers on call to lend a helping hand, we’re with you every step of the way.
Computer Requirements
- Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points
- Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended)
- Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above
- Internet Browser: Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11
- MAC: Operating system - OS X 10.14 Mojave or later
- Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download)
Delivery mode
Foundation Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Please note: This course does not qualify for assisted government funding through Foundation Education.
Foundation Education offers flexible payment plans beginning from just $54.22* a week!
Enquire now to find out more about instalment plans or saving on your course fees by paying upfront.
*Payment plan total is $100 deposit + 78 weekly payments. Foundation Education uses the direct debiting services of Debitsuccess on payment plans. Payment plans will incur a $12 establishment fee, charged with the first instalment, plus a 3.41% transaction fee on each transaction. Weekly payment amount provided is already inclusive of the transaction fee.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Hospitality will prepare you for the following roles.
Cafe or Restaurant Manager
A Café or Restaurant Manager oversees daily operations at a dining venue. You’ll supervise other staff and make sure the dining area is well presen...
Catering Manager
A Catering Manager oversees the planning, preparation, and delivery of food services for events, functions, or daily operations in catering establi...
Event Planner
An Event Planner organises events for a range of industries. You might coordinate community events, arrange conferences for work groups or organise...
Food Safety Supervisor
A Food Safety Supervisor oversees food preparation procedures to ensure a business or operation is conforming to food safety standards. You’ll chec...
Food Service Supervisor
A Food Service Supervisor manages the daily operations of food service establishments, such as restaurants, cafés, or catering services. You might...
Duty Manager
A Duty Manager supervises a shift at a restaurant, bar or other hospitality venue. You’ll ensure operations are running smoothly and deal with any...
Gaming Manager
A Gaming Manager oversees operations in a gaming venue such as a casino, hotel or club. You might ensure the facility is safe and hygienic and make...
Hospitality Manager
A Hospitality Manager oversees the operations of hotels, restaurants, or other service-oriented establishments. You might work in a variety of sett...
Hotel Manager
A Hotel Manager takes care of daily operations at a hotel or accommodation venue. You’ll supervise other departments including guest services, hous...
Venue Manager
A Venue Manager coordinates bookings and events at a function venue. You might host conferences, exhibitions, performances or corporate functions....
About Foundation Education
We are one of the few Registered Training Organisations in Australia who endeavour to deliver flexible online training solutions designed to fit our students’ lifestyles. We provide excellence in Vocational Education and Training and have an established partnership network that drives the quality of graduates across each industry.
Foundation Education RTO 22557.