Australian Institute of Accreditation

Overview

The Australian Institute of Accreditation (AIA) is a registered training organisation operating at aia.edu.au under RTO number 45009. AIA offers Food Safety Supervisor training at a competitive price point, making them one of the more affordable options for food businesses across Australia needing to certify staff under Standard 3.2.2A of the Food Standards Code.

AIA delivers SITXFSA005 and SITXFSA006 — the two nationally accredited units required for the FSS certificate in hospitality, health and community, food processing, and transport sectors. They also offer the retail pathway unit SIRRFSA001 for businesses in the retail sector. Their courses are fully online and self-paced.

Course details

Units awarded:

• SITXFSA005 — Use hygienic practices for food safety
• SITXFSA006 — Participate in safe food handling practices

What the course covers:

• Food safety hazards and contamination risks
• Temperature control for hot and cold food
• Safe food handling practices throughout the food chain
• Personal hygiene requirements for food handlers
• Cleaning, sanitising, and pest control
• The role and legal responsibilities of a Food Safety Supervisor
• Documentation and evidence requirements under Standard 3.2.2A

On successful completion of both units, AIA issues a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment. NSW students also receive the NSW Government FSS certificate.

Pricing

Important for NSW students: The NSW Government FSS certificate fee of approximately $30 is charged separately by AIA in addition to the $138 course fee. The total cost for a NSW student is approximately $168. This is comparable to providers who bundle the government fee into a single price, but the two-line pricing can cause confusion — factor in the government certificate fee when comparing total costs.

Prices were verified from the AIA website in April 2026. Check current pricing at aia.edu.au before enrolling.

Delivery and assessment

AIA’s FSS course is delivered online. No in-person attendance or workplace assessment is required.

• Format: Self-paced online modules
• Duration: Approximately 6–8 hours
• Assessment: Online knowledge assessment for each unit
• Access: Students complete the course at their own pace

Accreditation and state acceptance

AIA is registered on the ASQA National Register under RTO number 45009. SITXFSA005 and SITXFSA006 are within their scope of registration, making their Statements of Attainment nationally recognised.

NSW Food Authority approved: Yes. AIA is listed on the NSW Food Authority approved RTO list and can issue the NSW Government FSS certificate. This is a mandatory requirement for NSW students — verify AIA’s current approved status at foodauthority.nsw.gov.au before enrolling.

The AIA certificate is accepted in all 8 states and territories.

Retail sector — SIRRFSA001

For food businesses in the retail sector, AIA also offers SIRRFSA001 (Implement food safety procedures in a retail business) as a separate course. Retail businesses in NSW and other states may use SIRRFSA001 in place of SITXFSA005+SITXFSA006 for their FSS certification. Check AIA’s website for current retail course availability and pricing.

Industry sectors covered

• Hospitality — restaurants, cafes, catering, hotels
• Retail — supermarkets, food retail, butchers, delis
• Health and community services — aged care, disability, schools, hospitals
• Food processing — manufacturing and processing facilities
• Transport and distribution — food logistics

Certificate issuance

After completing the course and assessment, AIA issues:

1. Statement of Attainment for SITXFSA005 and SITXFSA006 — nationally recognised
2. NSW Government FSS certificate (NSW students only) — issued by AIA on behalf of the NSW Food Authority, charged separately at approximately $30

Standard issuance time is 1–2 business days from assessment completion.

Who this course suits

Cost-conscious food businesses (outside NSW) — At $99, AIA is among the most competitively priced providers for states other than NSW. For a café owner in VIC or QLD certifying a staff member, this represents a straightforward, accredited option at a low price point.

Retail businesses — AIA’s availability of the SIRRFSA001 pathway makes them a useful option for food retail businesses seeking the retail-specific FSS unit.

Individual staff members — The competitive non-NSW price suits sole traders, smaller cafés, and businesses certifying one or two people rather than a large team.

Things to consider

• NSW total cost is $168, not $138. The approximately $30 NSW Government certificate fee is listed separately in AIA’s pricing. When comparing providers for NSW, use the combined total ($138 + ~$30 = ~$168), which is comparable to providers who bundle the fee.
• Online only. No in-person delivery option. If a blended or face-to-face course is required by your council or business setup, this provider does not offer it.
• Verify NSW approval status. The NSW Food Authority approved RTO list is updated periodically. Confirm AIA’s current approved status at foodauthority.nsw.gov.au before enrolling.
• No pay-on-pass. Payment is required before commencing the course.

Data last verified: April 2026. Always confirm current pricing and availability at aia.edu.au before enrolling.