Skill set Outline
Information current as of
14/09/2026 7:51 AM AWST
14/09/2026 7:51 AM AWST
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Sommelier
Sommelier
Skill set
National Code
SITSS00094
SITSS00094
State Code
AE854
AE854
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
10/06/2022
Current Release Date
10/06/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
18/10/2022
Nominal Hours
260
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 10/06/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
A set of skills to equip individuals in providing specialist advice on Australian and imported wine and other alcoholic beverages, and in coordinating wine service and sales.
Pathway Information
Achievement of these units provides credit towards qualifications in the SIT Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Certification requirements apply at a state and territory level to individuals involved in the sale, service and promotional service of alcohol in licenced premises.
Some responsible service of alcohol (RSA) legislative and knowledge requirements differ across borders. Those developing training to support RSA must consult the relevant state or territory liquor licensing authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors.
Units marked with * have one or more prerequisites. Please see individual units for details.
Some responsible service of alcohol (RSA) legislative and knowledge requirements differ across borders. Those developing training to support RSA must consult the relevant state or territory liquor licensing authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors.
Units marked with * have one or more prerequisites. Please see individual units for details.
Target Group
This skill set is for sommeliers working in hospitality organisations, wineries, and retail and wholesale liquor businesses, who provide specialist advice on alcoholic beverages and coordinate wine sales and service.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the SIT Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Training Package provide a set of skills to provide specialist advice on Australian and imported wine and other alcoholic beverages, and to coordinate wine sales and service.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODZ93 | SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OEA31 | SITHFAB039 | Manage the sale or service of wine | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OEB09 | SITHFAB032 | Provide advice on Australian wines | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEA77 | SITHFAB031 | Provide advice on beers, spirits and liqueurs | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEC76 | SITHFAB037 | Provide advice on food and beverage matching | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEA61 | SITHFAB033 | Provide advice on imported wines | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEA84 | SITHFAB021 | Provide responsible service of alcohol | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD497 | SITSS00056 | Sommelier | Skill set |