South West TAFE
Responsible Service of Alcohol
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Learn how to legally serve alcohol in Victoria.
If you want to work in a licensed venue or apply for a liquor licence in Victoria, you’ll need a Victorian Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate.
This course will give you all the knowledge for you to achieve an RSA certificate from Liquor Control Victoria (LCV). You’ll gain an understanding of the legal requirements of serving alcohol in Victoria. You’ll also learn about the major problems around excessive consumption of alcohol, under-age drinking, drinking and driving, and serving alcohol outside of legal hours.
If you are under 18 years of age at the time of completing the course, you will only receive a Statement of Attainment for this course and you will not receive an RSA certificate from LCV.
Delivery mode
South West TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 193/197-205 Timor Street Warrnambool
- 154 Hurd Street Portland
- 200 Ballarat Road Hamilton
- 89 Bromfield Street Colac
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Responsible Service of Alcohol will prepare you for the following roles.
Bar Attendant
A Bar Attendant makes drinks and serves customers in a bar, hotel or other licensed venue. You might pour beers, mix cocktails or prepare other alc...
Bar Manager
A Bar Manager oversees daily operations at a bar, hotel or other licensed venue. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure bar operations are run...
About South West TAFE
As the number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, SWTAFE offers practical and inspiring teaching that prepares students for in-demand jobs now and into the future. Our focus is on delivering courses that give our graduates the skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.
