Certificate in Food and Beverage Service Level 3 (Work Integrated)
Food & Beverage
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
This Level 3 work-integrated certificate enhances food and beverage skills for those working in the hospitality industry, including barista and restaurant services, combining on-job training with practical service skills.
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NZQA Level 3 Certification (40 Credits)
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STUDY FREE
FREE
inc GST
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Free study? Yep, it’s possible. Find out if you qualify.
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 3 Certification (40 Credits)
Entry
1
2
3
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10
Core skills this course teaches
Develop practical food and beverage service skills
Gain hands-on experience in barista, restaurant, and general beverage service within a hospitality work environment.
Demonstrate effective communication and customer service techniques
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Food and Beverage Service Level 3 (Work Integrated) is designed to enhance your food and beverage skills in the workplace. It includes a training agreement involving your employer and Ara | Te Pūkenga with an individual training plan and regular feedback. Students receive on-job training and coaching from employers and industry professionals, supplemented by practical training at specialist barista labs, training restaurants, cafes, and an online barista package. Assessment is practical and workplace-based. The programme has open entry with English language requirements. Core courses include Food and Beverage Core Skills, Barista Service, and Restaurant Service. Graduates gain comprehensive skills for hospitality careers and can progress to Level 4 Food and Beverage or Diploma in Hospitality Management. The course is part-time over 18 weeks with 40 credits at NZQA Level 3. It is free if working a minimum of 20 hours per week in food and beverage and not enrolled in other tertiary programmes.
Course Content
- Food and Beverage Core Skills (20 credits)
- Barista Service (20 credits)
- Restaurant Service (20 credits)
- On-job training and workplace coaching
- Skill development in food and beverage service techniques
- Use of specialist barista labs and training restaurants
- Online barista training package
- Practical, on-job assessment opportunities
- English language proficiency requirements
- Pathways to NZ Certificate Level 4 and Diploma in Hospitality Management
What you need to know first
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