HITsa Training and Employment

What HITsa Training and Employment does

HITsa Training and Employment is a South Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code 40200) operating as a private vocational education and employment services provider. Founded approximately 2002-2006 and headquartered in Clarence Gardens with 19 employees, HITsa delivers nationally recognised qualifications and short courses across seven industry areas: Business & Leadership, Community Services & Health, Individual Support (Ageing & Disability), Early Childhood Education & Care, Hospitality & Cookery, Retail, and Cleaning & Facilities. The organisation also operates the HITsa Learning online learning management system, a commercial training kitchen on Gouger Street, and an interactive virtual classroom for blended delivery.

The company serves a dual customer base of individual job seekers and career changers (B2C) alongside employers, schools, job service providers and community organisations (B2B). Distribution spans five physical training sites across South Australia (Clarence Gardens, Mount Barker, Salisbury, Mount Gambier and Adelaide CBD), the Coffee HIT mobile barista training van, VET in Schools programs at multiple secondary colleges, and on-site employer training for clients such as Adelaide Oval, Resthaven Aged Care and Secura Care Solutions. Marketing combines direct website enrollment via jobreadyplus.com, social media, email newsletters, and partner referral channels.

HITsa generates revenue through three primary streams: course tuition fees paid by students, employers, or third parties (e.g., Certificate III in Individual Support priced at $460, short courses ranging from $50-$600); government-subsidized training under the Australian VET framework with student co-contributions; and third-party funded training delivered on behalf of job service providers such as AtWork Australia, Workskil and Jobs Statewide. Payment plans are available for courses over $500. The organisation has trained over 40,000 graduates across its 20+ year history.

Name

HITsa Training and Employment

Legal name

HITsa Training and Employment

Website

https://hitsa.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

HITsa Training and Employment is a private South Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 40200) delivering nationally recognised vocational qualifications and short courses across aged care, disability, hospitality, early childhood, retail, and leadership. It serves job seekers, employers, schools, and job service providers through five training sites, virtual classrooms, and mobile delivery.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Apprenticeship Training (611513), Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Employment Agencies (7361)

akta.pro primary industry

Incumbent Worker Training & Upskilling (EDAAAOAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Workforce Support Services & Case Management (Coaching, Wraparound) (EDAAAOAK), Career Coaching, Mentoring & Placement Support Services (EDAAAKAO), Skilled Trades, Safety & Compliance Certification Prep (OSHA, HAZMAT, welding, electrical, HVAC) (EDANAIAM)

Keywords

• Vocational education training
• Nationally recognised qualifications
• Traineeship programs
• Short courses
• Workforce skills training

Headquarters

HQ city

Clarence Gardens

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Course Tuition Fees: HITsa charges fees for all training conducted. Fees may be paid by students, employers, or third parties. Course fees vary by program and include admin fees. Payment plans available for courses over $500. Example: Certificate III in Individual Support costs $460.
2. Government Subsidized Training: HITsa receives government subsidies for eligible training programs. Subsidized traineeship places available for Certificate III in Individual Support. Federal Government's Priority Hiring Incentive may provide up to $1500 for eligible employers employing trainees. Student co-contributions apply for subsidized training.
3. Third-Party Funded Training: Training funded by job service providers (AtWork Australia, Workskil, Jobs Statewide), employment service providers, and other organizations on behalf of participants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

HITsa Training and Employment is a South Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code 40200) that delivers nationally recognised vocational qualifications (Certificate II, III and IV) and short courses across Business & Leadership, Community Services & Health, Individual Support (Ageing & Disability), Early Childhood Education & Care, Hospitality & Cookery, Retail, and Cleaning & Facilities. Training is delivered at five South Australian sites, through virtual classrooms, on employer premises via the mobile Coffee HIT van, and via VET in Schools programs, with course fees paid by students, employers, or third-party funders and government subsidies applied to eligible programs.

Product overview

HITsa Training and Employment is a South Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code 40200) offering a portfolio of vocational education programs and short courses. The organisation provides nationally recognised qualifications across seven core industry areas: Business & Leadership, Community Services & Health, Individual Support (Ageing & Disability), Early Childhood Education & Care, Hospitality & Cookery, Retail, and Cleaning & Facilities. Complementing the qualification programs are accelerated short courses and skillsets including Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), barista training, food safety supervision, basic gaming, first aid, manual handling, and cleaning. The organisation also offers an innovative mobile barista training service (Coffee HIT) that brings equipment and training directly to workplace sites. Training is delivered across five metropolitan and regional sites in South Australia (Clarence Gardens, Mount Barker, Salisbury, Mount Gambier, and Master College Australia) as well as through online and virtual classroom options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HITsa Learning: Online learning platform for HITsa students

Products and services

• Business & Leadership Qualifications

Quantifiable outcome

• 6 of 10 Adelaide Oval Emerging Leaders program graduates received internal promotions within the organization.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AtWork AustraliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHITsa delivered intensive hospitality training program for AtWork Australia participants including Food Safety certification, barista basics, customer service, and Point-of-Sale training. Participants successfully completed the program with positive feedback on hands-on training approach.
• Apprenticeship Careers Australia (ACA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to deliver CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support traineeships. Individuals gain nationally recognized qualification while working in aged care or disability support sectors. ACA manages employment aspects while HITsa provides training.
• Career CominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to deliver 'Preparing to Work in Health and Community Services Skill Set' in Port Augusta. Blended delivery combining online learning with face-to-face classes for Aboriginal students working in community sector.
• Adelaide OvalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing partnership delivering BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management through Emerging Leaders program. 2025 program highly successful with 6 of 10 graduates receiving internal promotions. Program includes operational improvement projects having real-world impact.
• WorkskilcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMultiple training programs including CPP30321 Certificate III in Cleaning Operations at Salisbury site, retail training at various locations, and Responsible Service of Alcohol training. Strong ongoing partnership for employment services clients.
• Jobs StatewidecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDelivered SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail at Oaklands, Elizabeth, and Melbourne CBD locations. Also delivered CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services in Victoria. Multiple programs supporting job seekers into employment.
• Secura Care SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNDIS disability services provider partnered with HITsa to deliver Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) for new and existing workforce. Customized timetable developed to support business needs at Salisbury and Clarence Gardens sites.
• Headspace Murray BridgeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFirst partner to experience HITsa's mobile Coffee HIT training van. Delivered barista and Food Safety course at their Murray Bridge offices. Program so successful that Headspace is planning next course. Reduced logistics barriers for young people accessing training.
• Whyalla Secondary CollegeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership to deliver CHC30120 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care - HITsa's first face-to-face training in Whyalla and the Iron Triangle region. Opens doors for students to explore practical training pathways without leaving their community.
• Skill UpminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership to deliver entry-level programs in Whyalla region including retail skills, employability skills, espresso coffee, and food safety supervisor training. Expanding HITsa's reach into new regional areas.
• Resthaven Aged CarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting Resthaven employees to complete individual support qualifications. Celebrated completion of three dedicated students (Cherie, Jade, Riley) who balanced work with study. Strong completion focus with compassionate support.
• Orange Basket Community ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouth Australian not-for-profit Australian Disability Enterprise creating paid employment pathways for people living with disability. HITsa participated in Seaford Café grand opening. One of six charities receiving donations from HITsa Charitable Fund.
• Carers SAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelivered Provide First Aid training to ensure carers have current skills to respond effectively in emergency situations. Supporting the aged care and disability support workforce.
• Rory's Group AustraliaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHospitality employer who met with HITsa AtWork Australia training participants to explore employment opportunities within school canteens across Adelaide. Creating employment pathways for graduates.
• Uniting CommunitiesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAged care employer who connected with HITsa students at the Disability and Lifestyle Expo. Student Alex subsequently commenced employment with Uniting Communities in Aged Care after completing Individual Support qualification.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Foundation Education: Large national private RTO offering online and blended vocational qualifications across community services, aged care, childcare, business and hospitality. Competes with HITsa for the same nationally recognised certificate programs, but at scale and primarily online rather than face-to-face regional delivery.
• Open Colleges: Established national private RTO delivering vocational qualifications online across aged care, community services, childcare, business and hospitality. Directly comparable course catalog to HITsa, but with a national online delivery model and broader brand recognition.

Direct peers

• SYC: South Australian employment, training and community services organisation delivering pre-employment programs, traineeships and vocational qualifications. Comparable mission (workforce entry, disadvantaged cohorts), funding sources (job service providers, NDIS) and regional footprint.
• TAFE SA: South Australia's primary government-funded TAFE provider offering nationally recognised vocational qualifications across the same sectors HITsa serves (hospitality, aged care, community services, business). Directly competes for the same students, employer contracts and government subsidised training places within HITsa's home market.
• Maxima Training Group: South Australian employment and training organisation delivering pre-employment programs, traineeships and vocational qualifications for job seekers and employers. Closely comparable in mission (workforce entry for disadvantaged cohorts), customer base (job service providers, NDIS, employers) and delivery footprint.
• The College for Adult Learning: Private Australian RTO specialising in vocational qualifications for adult learners and career changers, with a similar catalog of business, leadership and community-focused courses. Comparable business model and target learner profile to HITsa's career-changer segment.
• Monarch Institute: Private Australian RTO delivering vocational and professional development programs including leadership, business and community services qualifications. Comparable positioning as a private alternative to TAFE for adult learners seeking nationally recognised qualifications.

Emerging players

• Wallara Australia: South Australian disability employment and training organisation providing supported employment and skills programs for people with disability. Comparable NDIS-aligned customer base and regional SA footprint to HITsa's disability training programs.
• Bedford Group: South Australian disability employment and training provider with similar NDIS-aligned workforce development mission. Comparable end-buyer (NDIS participants, disability employers) and focus on supported employment pathways, though operating more as a social enterprise than a pure RTO.

Regional players

• Chisholm Institute: Major Victorian TAFE delivering vocational qualifications across business, community services, hospitality and aged care. Comparable RTO model and course catalog to HITsa, but operating in a different state and therefore not a direct competitor for HITsa's SA students.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/hitsa.industry.training
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hitsa-industry-training
• Instagraminstagram.com/hitsatrainingandemployment

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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