Compare RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) prices in Sydney CBD & Inner
9 priced courses from 5 providers, cheapest first. Prices as advertised on each provider's website.
| Provider | Suburb | Course | Price | Duration | Delivery | Next date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barmax Australia | Ultimo | Online - RSA Course NSW | $149 | — | Online | — |
| National Online Courses | Sydney | RSA NSW Certificate | $150 | 1 day | In person | 17 Nov |
| Barmax Australia | Ultimo | RSA Course | $179 | 1 day | In person | — |
| Australian Training Solutions | Sydney | RSA Online (Virtual) Course | $179 | 6 hours | Online | — |
| Australian Training Solutions | Sydney | RSA Online (Self-Paced) Course | $179 | — | Online | — |
| Australian Training Solutions | Sydney | RSA Course Sydney | $190 | 7 hours | In person | — |
| First Aid Training Newcastle CBD | Haymarket | Responsible Service of Alcohol | $199 | 1 day | In person | — |
| National Online Courses | Sydney | RSA and RCG Course Bundle | $290 | 2 days | In person | 8 Dec |
| J2S Training Solutions | Darlinghurst | RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) | $300 | 1 day | In person | — |
Typical cost of an RSA (responsible service of alcohol) course in Sydney CBD & Inner: $149 to $300, across 5 approved providers. Renew every 5 years.
Sydney CBD & Inner has 7 RSA course providers, with prices from $149 to $320 and most courses completed in a single day (around 12 hours) or across two days, plus online options with up to 30 days to finish.
The RSA, or responsible service of alcohol certificate, is required for anyone serving, selling or supplying alcohol in NSW, including bar staff, venue managers and event workers. Only providers approved by Liquor & Gaming NSW can issue a valid RSA competency card.
Providers listed here, including Australian Training Solutions and National Online Courses, offer a mix of face-to-face and online delivery. The RSA competency card is valid for five years before renewal is needed.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does an RSA course cost in Sydney CBD & Inner?
- Across the 7 providers listed, RSA course prices range from $149 to $320, depending on the provider and whether the course is delivered online or face-to-face.
- How long does the RSA course take to complete?
- Typical durations are 1 day (around 12 hours) for face-to-face delivery, with some 2-day options. Online self-paced courses can take up to 30 days to finish.
- How long is the RSA certificate valid, and how do I renew it?
- The RSA competency card, issued under Liquor & Gaming NSW rules, is valid for 5 years. Renewal typically means completing the course again; refresher pricing varies by provider.
- Do I need ID or any prerequisites to enrol in an RSA course?
- Providers generally require photo ID to issue the RSA competency card. Specific enrolment prerequisites vary by provider, so check requirements before booking.
Guide
RSA in NSW: requirements, cost and renewal
What the NSW RSA covers, the interim certificate, the competency card, the 5-year refresher and how interstate RSA is recognised.