SITSS00071 Responsible Service of Alcohol

About the course

This short course skill set develops the knowledge and practices required to sell, serve or supply alcohol responsibly. It applies to staff involved in alcohol service, promotional tastings, delivery and sales, as well as licensees and security staff managing customer behaviour and RSA compliance. Training is relevant across hospitality venues, packaged liquor outlets and beverage producers such as wineries, breweries and distilleries. It is a short-course program in hospitality and tourism compliance.

Career outcome

Graduates can support responsible alcohol service in roles across hospitality and liquor retail environments. Typical work settings include bars, restaurants and other venues serving alcohol, packaged liquor outlets (including phone/online sales), and cellar door operations at wineries, breweries and distilleries. The skill set also supports staff involved in delivery services and supplier sales roles where RSA obligations apply. This is a short-course pathway within hospitality and tourism service operations.

Living Costs in Alice Springs**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,043 - 1,380
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 11	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 439 - 581

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)