SITSS00069 - Food Safety Supervision Skill Set

Version Effective: 24th of August, 2026
Course Details

Course Summary

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.

 

Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

Language Literacy Numeracy and Digital Literacy

To help us better understand how best to support you, you'll need to complete the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy, numeracy and digital literacy assessments to progress your application. Alternatively, completion of an equal or higher level course may exempt you from this testing. 

Entry Requirements

To apply for this course at CQUniversity, you will need to be 15 years of age before the commencement date of your chosen intake.

There are no other entry requirements for this training program.

 

Requirements - During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.

PPE and Resource Requirements

Students must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in workshops and training areas. PPE is required to help keep students safe in practical learning environments.

Students are required to attend a one-day practical skills session at their nominated campus and must wear:

  • Nonslip enclosed black footwear
  • Long black pants/slacks
  • Black collared shirt (no logos, print etc)

    or
  • White chef jacket
  • Checked chef pants
  • White chef cap

Students are required to remove all jewellery when within training facilities. 

Other Requirements

Students will require ongoing access to a computer and internet to access online learning materials. 24hour CQUniversity computer labs are available on selected campuses. Students will require a basic level of computer skills to use our online learning system.

After completion of online theory, students will be required to attend their nominated campus of enrolment for a one-day practical skills session. 

 

Course Details

Course Type Skill set
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $240.00 (2026)
Fee for service per unit $120.00 (2026)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire or Apply Now
Study Area
  • Hospitality and Beauty
Skill Area
  • Cookery
AQF Level Short Course

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes
Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

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. 

Course Structures
Mixed Mode

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.

  • Mixed Mode
Required Units
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety More Information Training.gov Details
SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Sequence Unit
1 SITXFSA005 - Use hygienic practices for food safety
1 SITXFSA006 - Participate in safe food handling practices


Course Assessment Information

Assessment Types
Written/Electronic Assessment
Practical Task
RPL
Project
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?

Domestic 2026 Availabilities

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
July: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
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