Industry Collaboration

Our Industry Partners

VIITE partners with leading Australian industry bodies to deliver training that connects directly to real-world careers in hospitality, cookery and beyond.

Why Partner With VIITE

Building bridges between education and industry

We believe the best training happens in close collaboration with the industries our graduates will join. Our partnerships ensure students learn current practices, build professional networks, and step into roles with confidence.

Work-Ready Graduates

Our hands-on training produces job-ready students who understand real workplace expectations from day one.

Industry-Aligned Courses

Course content is shaped by current industry standards, ensuring graduates meet the skills employers need today.

Direct Recruitment Pathways

Partners gain early access to motivated, trained candidates for internships, apprenticeships and full-time roles.

Shared Facilities & Events

Collaborative workshops, site visits and networking events bring students and industry leaders together.

Industry and education professionals collaborating at VIITE
Current Partners

Trusted by leading industry and education partners

These organisations work with us to shape curriculum, mentor students and create genuine career pathways in Australia and internationally.

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Seafood Consumers Association

A landmark partnership connecting VIITE students with Australia's seafood industry through training pathways, events and industry engagement.

The Seafood Consumers Association (SCA) is a global non-profit and registered Australian charity dedicated to protecting the rights and health of seafood consumers. Together, we create learning experiences that cover sustainable sourcing, traceability, safe handling and consumer advocacy, giving our hospitality and cookery graduates a genuine edge in the Australian seafood and restaurant sectors.

What this means for students

  • Workshops on seafood sustainability and traceability
  • Industry events and networking opportunities
  • Guest speakers from the seafood supply chain
  • Pathways into seafood-focused hospitality roles
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Australian Institute of Technical Chefs

Elevating culinary training standards through joint accreditation and professional recognition for VIITE cookery graduates.

The Australian Institute of Technical Chefs (AITC) sets the benchmark for professional cookery recognition in Australia. Our partnership means VIITE commercial cookery students graduate with industry-recognised credentials, exposure to contemporary kitchen standards, and access to a national network of chef professionals and employers.

What this means for students

  • Professional recognition for cookery graduates
  • Access to chef-led masterclasses
  • Curriculum input from industry-leading chefs
  • Connections to restaurant and hotel employers
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Dailies Lanka International Hotel School

Empowering aspiring hospitality professionals in Sri Lanka with Australian hospitality education, practical industry training, and international career pathways.

Dailies Lanka Hotel School is one of Sri Lanka's leading hospitality training institutions, dedicated to developing industry-ready professionals through practical education and hands-on learning. Through our partnership, students can access VIITE's Australian hospitality qualifications, creating clear pathways to internationally recognised education and rewarding careers in the global hospitality industry.

What this means for students

  • Australian hospitality qualifications delivered in Sri Lanka
  • Seamless pathway to study with VIITE in Australia
  • Practical, industry-focused hospitality training
  • Enhanced opportunities for international hospitality careers
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Don Sherman Institute

Culinary and hospitality education in Sri Lanka led by award-winning chefs, with pathways into internationally recognised Australian qualifications.

Don Sherman Institute (DSI) delivers industry-focused training in culinary arts, hospitality and patisserie, guided by internationally renowned chef and lecturer Don Sherman. Students learn in industry-grade kitchens with mentoring from local and international chefs and hoteliers, following a curriculum aligned with international standards. Through our partnership, DSI students can progress into VIITE's Australian cookery and hospitality qualifications and continue their studies in Australia.

What this means for students

  • Training in industry-grade professional kitchens
  • Mentorship from award-winning chefs and hoteliers
  • Curriculum aligned with AQF and TVEC standards
  • Pathways into VIITE cookery and hospitality qualifications in Australia
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Leesons Campus

A Sri Lankan campus shaping future leaders, with pathways for students to progress into VIITE's Australian qualifications.

Leesons Campus is a forward-thinking Sri Lankan educational institution built around the promise of shaping future leaders with confidence. It offers internationally recognised programs, Learn and Earn pathways, career development support, scholarship opportunities, a well-resourced library and teaching led by experienced lecturers. Through our partnership, Leesons Campus students gain a clear route into VIITE's Australian qualifications and the practical, industry-focused training that follows.

What this means for students

  • Guided pathway into VIITE's Australian qualifications
  • Learn and Earn programs combining study with practical experience
  • Career development and personalised student guidance
  • Scholarship opportunities for deserving students
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Colombo Caregiver & Health Science School

A Sri Lankan health science and caregiver training school creating pathways into VIITE's aged care and community services qualifications.

Colombo Caregiver & Health Science School (CCHSS) prepares compassionate, work-ready professionals in caregiving, health science and community services. Through our partnership, CCHSS students gain a clear pathway into VIITE's Australian aged care and community services qualifications, combining local foundational training with the practical, industry-focused education needed to build a rewarding career in Australia's growing care sector.

What this means for students

  • Pathway into VIITE's aged care and community services qualifications
  • Foundations in caregiving, health science and support work
  • Practical training aligned with Australian industry standards
  • Guidance for students transitioning to study and work in Australia
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Allara Global

Bringing enterprise-level compliance and hospitality training technology to VIITE students through a modern learning management platform.

Allara Global delivers ready-made compliance and hospitality training courses, along with tailor-made content, through its enterprise learning platform. The partnership gives VIITE students access to industry-relevant online training resources that complement on-campus practical learning and prepare them for workforce expectations.

What this means for students

  • Access to enterprise hospitality and compliance course content
  • Experience with a modern online learning platform
  • Flexible digital resources that support on-campus training
  • Training aligned with current industry workforce needs
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Reverie Cafe & Dessert

A vibrant Australian cafe and dessert destination giving VIITE hospitality and cookery students real-world exposure to front-of-house service, kitchen operations and cafe management.

Reverie Cafe & Dessert brings contemporary Australian cafe culture into VIITE's training ecosystem. Through this partnership, hospitality and commercial cookery students gain first-hand insight into fast-paced service, dessert preparation, customer engagement and small-business operations, bridging the gap between classroom learning and a thriving food-service environment.

What this means for students

  • Real-world cafe and dessert service exposure
  • Guest sessions on cafe operations and customer experience
  • Insights into contemporary Australian food-service trends
  • Pathways to work placements in a live hospitality setting
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Ganesha University of Education (Undiksha)

A respected Indonesian state university partnering with VIITE to create academic mobility, cultural exchange and education pathway opportunities for students and educators.

Ganesha University of Education (Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha, Undiksha) is a leading state university in Bali, Indonesia, recognised for its strong faculties in education, languages, engineering, economics and social sciences. Through this partnership, VIITE and Undiksha work together to create student and academic mobility opportunities, joint academic activities, and pathway programs that broaden educational horizons and strengthen international connections between Australia and Indonesia.

What this means for students

  • Student and academic mobility opportunities between Indonesia and Australia
  • Joint seminars, workshops and cultural exchange programs
  • Pathway opportunities for Undiksha graduates into VIITE vocational programs
  • Shared expertise in education, languages, hospitality and business training
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Careers in Care

A specialist education and consulting organisation helping VIITE strengthen industry engagement, workforce capability and employment pathways for vocational students and graduates.

Careers in Care Group brings more than 20 years of industry experience across vocational education, governance, compliance, risk management and operational excellence. Through CIC Academy, CIC Connect, CIC Consultants and CIC Resources, the organisation connects learners, graduates, employers and training providers while supporting industry-aligned education and stronger workforce outcomes.

What this means for students

  • Connections with employers and industry through CIC Connect
  • Professional development that builds workforce capability and confidence
  • Industry-informed learning aligned with current workplace needs
  • Practical support for transitioning from vocational study into employment
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Training In Action

Real kitchens, real experience

Through our industry partnerships, VIITE students train in environments that mirror professional workplaces. From seafood handling workshops with SCA to chef-led masterclasses with AITC, every experience is designed to build confidence and competence.

Interested in partnering with VIITE?

Whether you're an industry body, employer or professional association, we'd love to explore how we can work together to create outstanding outcomes for students and your sector.

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