The aim of this course is to greater increase your knowledge of licensed premises and the Licensing Act 2003, as well as the relevant laws and legislation.

This qualification is aimed at individuals working in, or preparing to work in, any industry that involves the retail sale of alcohol. These industries can include pubs, retailers, large night clubs, cafés, restaurants, hotels and sports facilities.

Anyone wishing to sell or authorise the sale of alcohol by retail on licensed premises must hold a personal licence. To become a personal licence holder, an individual should obtain a regulated personal licence holder’s qualification.

A personal licence allows the holder to sell or authorise the sale of alcohol. A personal licence is also needed to apply to become a designated premises supervisor (DPS). Licensed premises can have more than one personal licence holder.

Topics covered include:

• Understanding the application process for a personal licence
• The legal duties of a personal licence holder
• The roles, responsibilities and functions of licensing authorities
• The licensing objectives and why they’re so important
• How the nature and strength of alcohol can affect your customers
• The law relating to protecting children on a licensed premises
• The powers held by police and other authorities

This qualification can be assessed in a classroom environment, or remotely through our Qualify at Home service. Its delivery can also be supported through Highfield training resources and e-learning (written in line with the key learning outcomes of this qualification).

• Assessment method

  Multiple-choice examination

  • Total qualification time (TQT)

    6 – 7 hours

    PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN ONLINE TRAINING AND YOU HAVE THE TO ATTEND THE CENTRE TO SIT THE EXAM OR SIT AN E-ASSESSMENT FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME.

    PLEASE INFORM US 3 WORKING DAYS IN ADVANCE OF THE DATE AND TIME YOU WANT TO SIT THE EXAM SO WE CAN GET IT PREPARED.