Alcohol Personal License Holder Course Overview

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Alcohol licensing laws in the UK govern the sale and consumption of alcohol. Any business, organisation, or individual intending to sell alcohol must secure a licence from a Licensing Authority.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the UK’s alcohol licensing laws, focusing on the importance of supporting the four key licensing objectives.

You’ll explore the three main types of alcohol licences, including the application process, terms and conditions, objections, and reviews. The course also covers the responsibilities of personal licence holders, detailing how to engage with Licensing Authorities, and providing guidance on fees, hearings, and dealing with objections.

Additional topics include Temporary Event Notices and mandatory conditions that must be followed by all licensed premises. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of age verification laws and best practices for working with children and under 18s.

The course concludes by addressing key responsibilities in alcohol retailing, such as adherence to drinking guidelines and strategies for managing and reducing conflict.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the legislation and types of licences, along with their legal implications.
  • Identify various workplace roles and their legal responsibilities under licensing laws.
  • Navigate the application process and make alterations to a licence when necessary.
  • Comprehend the mandatory conditions associated with holding a licence.
  • Recognise the authorities involved and the legal powers they exercise.
  • Define the responsibilities of businesses selling alcohol and their duty of care to the public.
  • Understand the legal requirements regarding the sale of alcohol to children and under-18s.

This course is ideal for:

This course is ideal for anyone working in or pursuing a career in hospitality, especially those aiming to advance into roles that require a personal licence.

Benefits

Online training offers flexibility and convenience, allowing learners to complete modules at their own pace. This ensures that the course can be easily balanced with work and personal commitments.

Further Development

Candidates may find the following courses beneficial for further career progression: Drug Awareness, Conflict Management, and Leadership Skills.

Recommended System Requirements

  • Browser: Up to date web browser
  • Video: Up to date video drivers
  • Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
Duration: 90 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).
Cost: £125+VAT

Alcohol Personal License Holder Online Booking

Course Module number Module name Pass % required
Alcohol Personal Licence Holder 1 Introduction 70
Alcohol Personal Licence Holder 2 Premises Licences 70
Alcohol Personal Licence Holder 3 Personal Licences and Club Premises Certificates 70
Alcohol Personal Licence Holder 4 Dealing With Licensing Authorities 70
Alcohol Personal Licence Holder 5 Types of Businesses Selling Alcohol 70
Alcohol Personal Licence Holder 6 Representations and Mandatory Conditions 70
Alcohol Personal Licence Holder 7 Licensing Authority Powers 70
Alcohol Personal Licence Holder 8 Children and Under 18s 70
Alcohol Personal Licence Holder 9 Responsibility in Alcohol Retailing 70