Course funding & eligibility.
With funding from the NSW Government, we can offer partially or completely subsidised training for eligible students.
Are you hoping to expand your hospitality skills, and gain essential skills for bar work? Complete this nationally accredited course to earn your RSA certificate and prepare for your hospitality career.
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Provide responsible service of alcohol.
Working in a licensed NSW venue requires a valid RSA certificate by law. This also needs to be a nationally accredited RSA certificate delivered by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). At Zeal Futures, we have this covered: providing the training needed not only to meet these legal requirements, but also to help kickstart your hospitality career with confidence. Our course will enable you to operate safely, professionally, and in full compliance.
Training is funded by the NSW government for eligible participants. For students who are not eligible, please contact us to enquire.
Our responsible service of alcohol training course.
This accredited course leads to the SITHFAB021 - Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol unit of competency. It is designed to equip individuals with a professional, responsible, and caring approach within the hospitality industry. With the NSW Government’s current focus on minimising alcohol-related harm for venues that serve alcohol, our nationally recognised training prepares you to create safe and ethical environments for all patrons.
In New South Wales, RSA training is mandatory for anyone selling, serving, or supplying alcohol. To work legally, you must complete this course through a Liquor & Gaming NSW Approved Training Provider (ATP) like Zeal Futures.
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Course information.
Learning Outcomes
As part of this course, students will complete the following accredited units of competency:
- SITHFAB021 - Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol
Funding & Eligibility
This training is fully subsidised for eligible students by the NSW Government under the ACE program. There are two parts to determining eligibility.
Part 1: You must meet all the criteria below:
- Be 15 years or older and no longer in secondary education (excluding registered home-schooled students).
- Live or work in NSW.
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or meet Refugee, Humanitarian Visa or Asylum Seeker eligibility.
Part 2: You must meet one of the below criteria:
- Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Living with a disability, or you are the child, spouse, or partner of someone who has disability
- English is your second language
- Experiencing difficulty with reading and writing, maths, and/or digital skills that are preventing you from studying or gaining a job
- Receiving a Centrelink benefit, or you are the child, spouse, or partner of someone who receives a Centrelink benefit
- 15-24 years old, no longer at secondary school, and experiencing barriers to studying or getting a job - registered home school students may apply
- Experiencing significant hardship that can be verified by a government agency, medical professional, or relevant support agency
- Experiencing barriers to completing a study or enrolling in a course
Disclaimer
Applications for individuals with a current competency card will not be accepted. If you need to renew your competency card, you will need to successfully complete an online Liquor & Gaming NSW RSA refresher course. Please note there is a 28-day grace period after the expiry of your competency card to complete the refresher course. Click here for more information.
Fees
Students who meet the eligibility criteria for ACE-funded training will not be required to pay any course fees.
For students who are not eligible for funded training, please contact us to enquire.
Delivery
This course is available at our Gateshead and Ourimbah campuses.
Dates - Ourimbah Campus:
- Monday 11th May 2026
Dates - Gateshead Campus:
- Dates will be listed here when courses are scheduled.
Students should bring a pen and paper to the course. All other course resources will be provided.
Future Pathways
Further study options:
- RCG
Career prospects:
- Bartender
- Front of House Hospitality
Key considerations for your training:
Delivery roles: If your role involves same-day alcohol delivery, you will require separate Responsible Supply of Alcohol Training (RSAT).
Licensing: Businesses involved in supplying alcohol generally require a specific liquor licence.
Funding: For eligible students, this training is fully subsidised by the NSW Government under the ACE program, offering a cost-effective way to launch your career.
If you want to get the correct certification to start working in the hospitality industry, Zeal Futures provides the practical expertise and compliance knowledge you need to succeed.
Become nationally recognised in the hospitality industry with an RSA Certification .
The Australian hospitality sector is a dynamic and growing industry, offering a wide range of employment opportunities.
Completing your RSA course is more than just a legal requirement; it is an important step in your professional development. This certification allows you to be nationally recognised, positioning you for success as you enter or progress within the workforce.
At Zeal Futures, our training provides core industry values such as responsibility, safety, and service excellence.
The purpose of accredited RSA training is to help provide skills that will:
Meet your legal responsibilities under NSW liquor laws.
Understand the significance of your role within the liquor industry.
Help minimise alcohol-related harm in your workplace.
Gaining this qualification provides a wide range of benefits for both staff and employers, including:
Safety & well-being: Reducing alcohol-related incidents and assessing alcohol-affected customers to reduce the health risks for patrons.
Positive environments: Encouraging a social experience that is safe for customers and staff alike.
Operational success: Improving staff morale and productivity while reducing compliance and legal costs for the business.
Our graduates utilise this qualification to pursue roles such as bartenders, club supervisors, and hotel managers. By securing your RSA with a registered training organisation such as Zeal Futures, you contribute to the sustainability of local dining and entertainment venues while building a foundation for your professional future.
