OverviewAbout this course
Grab your ticket to become an events assistant in the dynamic and evolving events, tourism and hospitality industry. Take the ride as you learn all aspects of event coordination and gain essential skills for creating and running a successful event.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Set-up events, assist with operations and breakdown
Show social and cultural sensitivity in event contexts
Practice safe work techniques
Meet regulatory requirements
Source and apply events industry knowledge
Provide event production support
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Practical and real world experience at actual events in your local area (depending on availability)
Experience supporting an event such as set-up, operations and breakdown of real or simulated events
Opportunity to work across the industry, to refine your skills and to specialise in a particular area
The competency needed to go on to further study
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Photo ID to generate your interim certificate at the end of your course
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Foundational computing skills with experience using Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent stakeholder and customer communication skills
A passion for organising
Flexibility to work outside regular office hours
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.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: event or exhibition operations assistant, functions assistant, in-house meetings assistant, junior event or exhibition coordinator, logistics assistant, meetings assistant and venue assistant.
Licensing
Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol (SITHFAB002) and Provide Responsible Gambling Services (SITHGAM022) are the mandatory training units required to sell, serve or supply alcohol and provide responsible gambling services in NSW. This is regulated by Liquor & Gaming NSW, who have approved TAFE NSW to deliver this training. Competency cards To get your NSW RSA competency card: - Present your interim certificate (issued after successful completion of your RSA and RCG units) to a Service NSW Centre and complete a 100 point identification check. You are responsible for payment of the fee of approximately $87 for the Liquor and Gaming NSW Competency Card. ‐ Service NSW will post your card to you. You should allow up to one month for its delivery ‐ Digital competency cards are available via the Service NSW app Important: You can take this course to become job-ready but you will not be able to serve or sell alcohol or work with gaming machines until you are 18 years old. 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 pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Events does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate III in Events does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate III in Events does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Events qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 13 units of competency, including 6 core and 7 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Work effectively with othersBSBTWK201
Source and use information on the events industrySITEEVT020
Provide event production supportSITEEVT022
Provide service to customersSITXCCS014
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
TAFE NSW Libraries
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Student associations – get social with our student community
Info sessionsWant to know more?
There are a total of 23 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.
You can select a study option below to see the sessions available. Or you can view all sessions related to Tourism and Events