Course Information - RSA Melbourne
If you want to work in any bar, club, cafe, restaurant or venue (including liquor stores and bottle shops) that sells alcohol in Victoria, you will need a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate, accredited by Liquor Control Victoria (LCV). Our RSA course in Melbourne’s CBD is approved by LCV.
| Entrance Requirements | No minimum age requirement (Anyone can complete the RSA training, however, you must be over 18 to serve alcohol) Ability to read, write, and understand English to ensure successful completion (If you require a translator or interpreter to assist you, please note that you must enrol in our face-to-face RSA course.) |
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| Pre-requisites | There are no pre-requisite units for this course. | |
| Duration | 6 Hours (excluding break time) | |
| Class size | 25 | |
| Location | Level 3/28 Elizabeth Street Melbourne VIC 3000 |
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| Certification | On successful completion of the course you will be issued with:
Liquor Control Victoria approved certificate: Statement of Attainment: |
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| Assessment | Written assessments completed online and skills demonstrations. |
What Will I Learn?
- Problems associated with excessive consumption
- Alcohol and the law
- Who is responsible?
- Facts about alcohol
- Strategies for responsible service
- Refusal of service
How to Make a Booking
To book into this course, please follow these simple steps
- Select a date from the course timetable on this page and click 'book now'.
- Complete your personal details and make a payment via credit or debit card.
- Receive an email with confirmation of your booking.
- Complete the full enrolment form prior to the commencement of your course.
Fees and Government Funding
| Tuition Fees (GST Exempt) | Cost |
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| Full Fee | $50 |
| Government Funded* | N/A |
| Concession | N/A |
Are you eligible for a Government Subsidy?
Government funding is not available for the standalone RSA course; however, you might want to consider doing our Government funded* Certificate IV in Hospitality (SIT40422), which includes RSA amongst other subjects.
If you are an Australian citizen (or permanent resident) you may be eligible for this subsidised course.
Certificate IV in Hospitality (SIT40422) is a nationally recognised qualification which includes:
- Barista Coffee
- Bartending
- Food Handling and Food Safety Supervisor
- Leadership and Management
- Responsible Service of Alcohol
- Waiting Skills
- Plus much more!
Visit the course page for further details: Certificate IV in Hospitality (SIT40422)
Click here to see CHT’s fee schedule.
*This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
Frequently Asked Questions
The RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) certificate is a mandatory qualification for anyone serving, selling or offering alcohol in Australia. It ensures that individuals are knowledgeable about their legal responsibilities and the best practices for responsible alcohol service.
To work in any establishment in Victoria that sells, serves, or supplies alcohol, including bars, clubs, cafés, restaurants, liquor stores, and bottle shops, you are required to have a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate accredited by Liquor Control Victoria (LCV). Our RSA course, conveniently located in Melbourne’s CBD, is fully approved by Liquor Control Victoria (LCV).
You can earn an RSA certificate by enrolling in our accredited RSA training course, available both online and in person. After successfully finishing the course, you will be awarded your RSA certificate.
At CHT, we provide Liquor Control Victoria-accredited RSA courses available in both online and in-person formats. Our online option is ideal for those who cannot easily access our Melbourne CBD training facility. Regardless of the format you choose, you will need to complete an online assessment through our learning management system and participate in skills demonstrations.
To book into our online RSA, please visit this page.
In Victoria, the RSA certification is valid for three years. To maintain compliance and ensure uninterrupted employment, it’s essential to renew your RSA before it expires. To renew, you must complete a refresher course provided by Liquor Control Victoria. This course is free of charge and can be completed online through the RSA Online Refresher Course offered by VCGLR. RSA Online Refresher Course | VCGLR
In Australia, Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) requirements differ by state and territory. Upon completing the RSA course with CHT, you will be awarded two certificates:
- Liquor Control Victoria RSA certificate – mandatory for all establishments in Victoria.
- Nationally recognised unit of competence - SITHFAB021 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol. This certification is accepted across all Australian states except NSW. In NSW, you must complete a local bridging course to obtain the state-specific competency card.
The RSA training includes a range of topics, such as understanding legal obligations, identifying intoxicated patrons, effective methods for refusing service, managing challenging situations, and comprehending the impact of alcohol on the body.
At CHT, both our in-person RSA course and our online RSA course are priced at $50 each.
Absolutely, you can complete your RSA training online in a virtual classroom with CHT. We are authorized by Liquor Control Victoria to provide this training.
To book into our online RSA, please visit this page.
You can find a list of approved training providers here. These providers should also display this official logo.
Our in-person RSA course lasts for six hours (excluding breaks). During the session, participants receive direct instruction, participate in discussions, and complete assessments. You have seven days from the course date to finish your assessment. If you need additional time, you can request an extension for $20.
Once you are deemed competent in your assessment, your certificate will be issued within three business days.
Since the course and assessments are conducted in English, learners must be able to read, write, and comprehend English to successfully complete the training.
You have seven days from the course date to finish your assessment. If you need additional time, you can request an extension for a fee of $20.
If you are deemed not yet competent for the course, you can retake it here at CHT without any additional charge.
For the optimal experience, we suggest completing the course on a desktop, laptop, or tablet.
To quickly obtain your RSA certificate, enrol in our RSA course. Once you are deemed competent in your assessment, your certificate will be issued within three business days.
All accredited training in Australia requires a Unique Student Identifier (USI). Please visit www.usi.gov.au to create or retrieve your USI easily.
While you can complete the RSA course on your phone, we recommend using a desktop, laptop, or tablet for a more convenient and comfortable experience.
