BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal License Holders

Under the Licensing Act 2003, those responsible for authorising the retail of alcohol must possess a Personal Licence.

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Course Outline
In order to satisfy the requirements of the Personal Licence, an applicant must hold a licensing qualification. BIIAB's Level 2 National Certificate for Personal License Holders is both QCA (Qualifications and Curriculum Authority) accredited, and Government approved.

Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course, but students should be working in a relevant environment.

Course detail
This course covers a number of areas, including: Licensing objectives under the Licensing Act 2003 Responsibilities of the Personal License holder. The penalties of failing to comply with the law.

The BIIAB NCPLH covers the syllabus set by government to enable candidates to understand the law in relation to:

  • the roles, responsibilities and functions of licensing authorities within the framework of the licensing objectives 
  • the application process for a personal licence
  • the role and legal responsibilities of the personal licence holder, and the penalties relating to failure to comply with the law 
  • the premises licence
  • the content and purpose of operating schedules
  • the role and duties of the designated premises supervisor
  • unauthorised and temporary licensable activities
  • rights of entry to licensed premises
  • police powers with regard to suspension and closure of licensed premises
  • the specific prohibitions for the sale of alcohol
  • the strengths of alcoholic drinks, and the effects of alcohol on the human body
  • the protection of children from harm
  • the responsible retail sale of alcohol.

Duration and delivery

Duration
One day

Delivery
Delegates attend a one-day tutor-led course, at the end of which, they complete a multi-choice question paper.