OverviewAbout this course
Learn the art of mixology by blending, shaking, stirring, building and muddling a range of classic cocktails. Have the opportunity to taste your concoctions while gaining confidence to use your new skills at home and apply them to the workplace.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
During this course you'll learn to:
Prepare the bar area for the creation of cocktails
Use chopping boards, knives, tongs, ice scoops, stirrers, blenders, shakers and mise en place
Use a variety of cocktail-making techniques including building, muddling, blending, shaking and stirring
Engage with customers using basic communication skills
Prepare garnishes including cherries, strawberries, lime and mint
Course outcomes
You'll leave this course with:
A Certificate of Attendance
Confidence to experiment with different recipes and to create your own cocktail list
Skills and knowledge to prepare professionally mixed cocktails in a commercial bar/venue
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Professional Development
Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects
Personal Interest
Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
You must provide a copy of your identification as evidence that you will be at least 18 years of age on the day you choose to undertake the course.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
Identification that shows that you are at least 18 years of age. Your ID will be checked by a teacher at the beginning of class on the day you choose to undertake the course.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysWhere can this course take you?
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: bartender and food and beverage attendant.
Licensing
A Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) is the foundational competency required in order to sell, serve or supply liquor. Depending on your duties you may also need Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG). Recognition of NSW RSA and RCG competency in other jurisdictions: Responsible service of alcohol legislative and knowledge requirements differ across borders. Check with the relevant state authority to see if your NSW RSA and RCG competency is recognised.
Study options
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
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